Santa Barbara County — My‑Clean‑Slate
Santa Barbara uses a strict documentation process and requires accurate forms for each case number.
Santa Barbara County processes expungements quickly when the correct county forms and case details are submitted. You must file at the proper courthouse and follow local rules. The District Attorney reviews your petition before the court issues a dismissal.
Eligibility
You qualify if:
Probation is complete
No open cases
Conviction is eligible under PC §1203.4
No state prison sentence
Santa Barbara is known for fast processing when forms are correct.
How It Works
Gather case details
Complete county‑specific forms
File at the correct courthouse
Pay fee or submit fee waiver
DA review
Court issues dismissal
Processing time: 6–10 weeks.
Required Forms
CR‑180
CR‑181
FW‑001 (optional)
Santa Barbara Local Form Packet
Where to File
Santa Barbara Superior Court 1100 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Related Counties
County Notes
One petition per case
DA review required
Fee waiver accepted
Local forms required
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