ORANGE COUNTY — My-Clean-Slate
Clear your record in Orange County Serving Santa Ana, Anaheim, Irvine, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, and all OC courts.
My-Clean-Slate handles the filings, forms, and court process from start to finish.
Orange County requires one expungement petition per case and uses a centralized review process. You must complete the correct county forms, file at the designated courthouse, and wait for DA review. Processing times vary based on court workload.
ELIGIBILITY
Orange County follows PC §§ 1203.4, 1203.4a, 1203.41, and 17(b). You may qualify if:
Probation is completed (formal or informal)
No open cases, warrants, or unpaid restitution
Your conviction is eligible under CA law
You completed diversion (PC 1000, DEJ, Prop 36)
You completed required OC programs (DUI, classes, fines)
Orange County Notes (2026):
OC requires proof of completion for probation, classes, and fines
The DA’s office is strict on restitution and probation violations
Felony reductions (17(b)) are common but require strong supporting evidence
DUI expungements are allowed but do not restore driving privileges
Filing an Expungement in Orange County
Expungement in Orange County follows California Penal Code §1203.4 and requires the correct forms, accurate case information, and filing at the proper courthouse. Orange County accepts both mailed and in‑person filings, and the District Attorney reviews every petition before the court makes a decision.
Required Orange County Forms
Orange County requires:
CR‑180 — Petition for Dismissal
CR‑181 — Order for Dismissal
Orange County Local Cover Sheet (required)
Proof of Service (if serving the District Attorney)
Using the wrong forms or missing the local cover sheet can delay or reject your filing.
Where to File Your Expungement
All Orange County expungement petitions are filed at:
Orange County Superior Court – Criminal Operations 700 W. Civic Center Drive Santa Ana, CA 92701
This is the correct filing location for all Orange County expungement petitions.
Filing Options
Orange County accepts:
In‑person filing at the clerk’s office
Mailed filing to the courthouse
Orange County does not accept:
Online filing
Email filing
Fax filing
District Attorney Review
The Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange 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.
COURTHOUSES
Santa Ana (Central Justice Center) — Main criminal
Fullerton (North Justice Center)
Westminster (West Justice Center)
Newport Beach (Harbor Justice Center)
Laguna Niguel (South Justice Center)
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MY-CLEAN-SLATE WORKFLOW
Pull OC case data
Prepare petitions
File with correct courthouse
Monitor DA review
Track judge ruling
Deliver signed order