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

  1. Gather case details

  2. Complete county‑specific forms

  3. File at the correct courthouse

  4. Pay fee or submit fee waiver

  5. DA review

  6. 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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