A Criminal Record from the Past Should Not Limit Your Future
Every time you are arrested, charged with a crime, or even issued a citation, the State of Maryland creates an electronic record of that interaction.
The State keeps these records and makes them available to the public, unless a law or regulation requires that these records be removed from public view.
The State and the federal government make these electronic records about YOU available to third parties such as background investigation companies, credit rating companies, and employment agencies without your permission--even if there was never a conviction or the case was dismissed.
Why does the State maintain a database about individuals containing criminal and civil records that are no longer important or relevant? And why does the State make these valueless records available for public viewing, and place the burden for removing such records back on the individual?
Break the cycle. Take back control of your records and your reputation.
Maryland Records
Criminal & Traffic Records
Simple Online Form
Law Firm Review
What does it mean to "expunge" your records?
expunge - verb
ex·punge ik-ˈspənj
expunged; expunging
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to strike out, obliterate, or mark for deletion
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to efface completely : destroy
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to eliminate from one's consciousness
expunge a memory
Previous Criminal Cases
(Arrest or Citation Issued)
Share the basic details you know. It is okay if you do not remember everything.
Previous Traffic Stops or Citations
Some traffic-related records may be reviewed for possible expungement.
Not Sure What Happened?
Dismissed? Acquitted? Stet? Conviction? Probation Before Judgement? No penalties for asking.
Simple Steps
Trying Alone
❌ Not sure which form to use
❌ Not sure what your record means
❌ Not sure where to start
Starting Here
✅ One simple form
✅ Plain-language questions
✅ Law firm review
✅ Clear next step
Expunging Your Record Can Give You a Fresh Start.
A prior arrest or citation does not have to follow you forever.
Arrested or Received a Criminal Citation?
Start here if you have an old Maryland criminal case and want to know the next step.
Traffic Records
Start here if you have a Maryland traffic record that may need review.
Records You Do Not Understand
Start here if you are unsure what your record says or what happened in your case.
Quick Questions
Do I need to know if my record can be expunged before I start?
No. Start the form and answer what you can. The firm will review the information.
What if I do not remember my case number?
That is common. Share what you know and leave anything you do not know blank if the form allows it.
Can every record be expunged?
No. Some records may be removed, and others may not. It depends on what happened in the case and Maryland rules.
How do I start?
Go to the Expungement Services page and fill out the form.
