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Virginia Expungement Eligibility Checker

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Expungement allows you to petition the court to seal your criminal record in Virginia. Under Virginia Code § 19.2-392.2, dismissed charges, acquittals, and certain misdemeanor convictions may qualify. Use this tool to get a preliminary assessment of whether your case may be eligible. This is not legal advice — consult a licensed Virginia attorney for guidance specific to your situation.

Likely Eligible for Expungement

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Possibly Eligible for Expungement

Eligibility may depend on the specifics of your case. We recommend consulting with a Virginia attorney who handles expungement cases.

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Likely Not Eligible for Expungement

Virginia law has limited expungement options for this type of case. However, the law continues to evolve — a licensed attorney can review your specific situation and advise on any available options.

Read our full expungement guide for more information about Virginia's expungement laws.

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Virginia expungement law continues to change. An attorney can review your case.

Eligibility assessment is based on Virginia Code § 19.2-392.2 and related statutes. Results are preliminary — actual eligibility depends on your complete criminal history and specific case facts. Expungement seals records from public view but does not destroy them. Last updated: May 2, 2026

Common Questions

This information is for educational purposes only. Expungement eligibility depends on the specific facts of your case. Consult a licensed Virginia attorney for legal advice.

Virginia generally allows expungement when charges are dismissed, dropped (nolle prosequi), or result in acquittal. Certain misdemeanor convictions may qualify under recent law changes. Felony convictions, DUI convictions, and sex offense convictions are generally not eligible. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your specific case.
The expungement process under Va. Code § 19.2-392.2 includes filing a petition with the circuit court clerk, fingerprinting, a State Police record check, and a court hearing. Total time depends on the specific court's caseload and varies by jurisdiction. For a current timeline, check with the clerk's office in the circuit court where the original case was heard.
Costs include the circuit court clerk's filing fee (set by Va. Code § 17.1-275) and a State Police criminal record check fee. Attorney fees vary widely — some legal aid organizations offer free or reduced-cost assistance for qualifying petitioners. Check with the local circuit court clerk for current filing fees and contact a licensed Virginia attorney for fee estimates on your specific case.

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Eligibility criteria based on Virginia Code § 19.2-392.2 and related statutes. For current legal information, consult the Code of Virginia or a licensed attorney. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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