Kern County — My‑Clean‑Slate

(2026‑accurate, county‑specific)

Clear your record in Kern County

My‑Clean‑Slate helps you seal old convictions, dismissals, and arrests so you can move forward with confidence. We handle eligibility, forms, filing, and final court orders.

Kern County uses county‑specific expungement forms and requires accurate case information. You must file at the correct courthouse and follow local submission rules. After filing, the District Attorney reviews your petition before the court decides. Processing times vary across Kern County locations.

What you can seal in Kern County

  • Convictions under PC §1203.4, §1203.41, §1203.42.

  • Arrests not leading to conviction under PC §851.87.

  • Diversion dismissals, including mental health diversion.

  • Prop 47 / Prop 64 relief.

  • Juvenile records under WIC §781.

  • SB 731 automatic and petition‑based relief.

Kern’s DA reviews petitions closely; strong declarations and proof of rehabilitation improve outcomes.

How My‑Clean‑Slate works in Kern County

  1. Eligibility Check — We analyze your Kern County record and identify all relief options.

  2. We Prepare Every Form — CR‑180, CR‑181, declarations, and attachments.

  3. We File & Serve — Kern requires in‑person or mailed filing for some cases; DA service required.

  4. Court Follow‑Through — We track hearings and deliver your final order.

Kern County process details

Courthouses

  • Kern County Superior Court — 1415 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301

  • Metro Justice Building — 1215 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301

Filing Fees

  • No filing fee for expungement petitions.

Local Forms

  • Standard statewide forms; Kern may request supplemental rehabilitation statements.

DA Review Pattern

  • DA reviews nearly all petitions; objections common for recent offenses or unpaid restitution.

Timeline (2026)

  • 12–18 weeks from filing to order.

Related Counties

Why My‑Clean‑Slate

Start your Kern County expungement

  • California‑specialized

  • Full‑service filing

  • Transparent pricing

  • Human support