Los Angeles County — My‑Clean‑Slate
(2026‑accurate, county‑specific)
Clear your record in Los Angeles County
My‑Clean‑Slate manages the entire expungement and record‑sealing process in the largest court system in California. We handle eligibility, forms, filing, DA service, and follow‑through.
Los Angeles County has district‑specific filing rules and one of the most detailed expungement review processes in California. You must complete the correct forms for your district, file at the right courthouse, and wait for DA review. Processing times vary widely across LA County.
Filing an Expungement in Los Angeles County
Expungement in Los Angeles County follows California Penal Code §1203.4 but uses district‑specific filing rules. LA County has multiple judicial districts, and your filing location depends on where your original case was heard. Every petition is reviewed by the Los Angeles County District Attorney or City Attorney before the court makes a decision.
Required Los Angeles County Forms
Los Angeles County requires:
CR‑180 — Petition for Dismissal
CR‑181 — Order for Dismissal
Local LA County Cover Sheet (required in most districts)
Proof of Service (if required by the district)
Some districts require additional local forms, but CR‑180 and CR‑181 are always required.
Where to File Your Expungement
Los Angeles County has multiple filing districts, and you must file in the same district where your case was originally heard.
Common filing districts include:
Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center (CJC) — Downtown LA
Van Nuys Courthouse
Airport Courthouse
Compton Courthouse
Long Beach Courthouse
Pasadena Courthouse
Pomona Courthouse
Torrance Courthouse
Lancaster (Antelope Valley) Courthouse
Your case number determines the correct district.
Filing Options
Los Angeles County accepts:
In‑person filing at the correct district courthouse
Mailed filing to the correct district courthouse
Drop‑box filing (varies by location)
Los Angeles County does not accept:
Online filing
Email filing
Fax filing
District Attorney Review
Los Angeles County has one of the most detailed review processes in California.
Felony cases → reviewed by the LA County District Attorney
Misdemeanor cases → reviewed by the City Attorney for that district
Some districts require additional review steps
Every petition is reviewed before the judge makes a decision.
Processing Time
Los Angeles County has one of the longest processing timelines in the state.
Typical processing time:
10–16 weeks for most districts
Up to 20+ weeks in high‑volume districts (CJC, Van Nuys, Compton)
The court will mail the signed order once the judge rules.
Hearings
Hearings in Los Angeles County are:
Rare for misdemeanors
More common for felonies
Scheduled only if the court or DA requests one
Most petitions are decided on the paperwork.
After Your Expungement Is Granted
If approved:
Your conviction is updated to show a dismissal under PC 1203.4
You are released from most penalties and disabilities of the conviction
Background checks will show the case as dismissed
You may legally answer “no” to most conviction questions (with exceptions)
This does not restore firearm rights or seal the record.
How My‑Clean‑Slate works in Los Angeles County
Eligibility Check — We analyze your LA County record and identify all relief options.
We Prepare Every Form — CR‑180, CR‑181, declarations, and attachments.
We File & Serve — Filing is electronic; DA service required.
Court Follow‑Through — We track hearings and deliver your final order.
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Why My‑Clean‑Slate
Start your Los Angeles County expungement
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Transparent pricing
Human support