Merced County — My‑Clean‑Slate
(2026‑accurate, county‑specific)
Clear your record in Merced County
My‑Clean‑Slate handles eligibility, forms, filing, and final court orders so you can move forward with confidence.
Merced County uses a straightforward expungement process with county‑specific forms and moderate processing times. You must complete the correct petition, include your case details, and file at the proper courthouse. The District Attorney reviews your petition before the court issues a decision.
Filing an Expungement in Merced County
Expungement in Merced County follows California Penal Code §1203.4 and requires the correct forms, accurate case information, and filing at the proper courthouse. Merced accepts both mailed and in‑person filings, and the District Attorney reviews every petition before the court makes a decision.
Required Merced County Forms
Merced County uses the standard California expungement forms:
CR‑180 — Petition for Dismissal
CR‑181 — Order for Dismissal
Proof of Service (if serving the District Attorney)
Merced does not require any local county‑specific expungement forms.
Where to File Your Expungement
All Merced County expungement petitions are filed at:
Merced County Superior Court – Criminal Division 627 W. 21st Street Merced, CA 95340
This is the correct filing location for all Merced expungement petitions.
Filing Options
Merced County accepts:
In‑person filing at the clerk’s office
Mailed filing to the courthouse
Merced does not accept:
Online filing
Email filing
Fax filing
District Attorney Review
The Merced County District Attorney reviews every expungement petition before the judge makes a decision. This review is mandatory and can affect processing time.
Processing Time
Most Merced County expungements take:
8–12 weeks on average
Up to 14 weeks during high‑volume periods
The court will mail the signed order once the judge rules.
Hearings
Hearings in Merced County are rare. Most petitions are decided on the paperwork alone. A hearing may be scheduled only if the court or DA requests additional information.
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 Merced County
Eligibility Check — We analyze your Merced 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.