Notice!

Virginia just made history! For the first time ever, Virginia’s new Clean Slate Law allows certain criminal convictions to be sealed from public view. Once sealed, convictions won’t appear on most background checks—giving you a real chance at better jobs, housing, and a fresh start. Virginia’s Clean Slate Law takes effect July 1, 2026. Don’t miss your opportunity to leave the past behind!

What to know about Virginia’s new Record Sealing Laws and More

Understand class one misdemeanors

Class One Misdemeanor Explained

In Virginia, the legal landscape surrounding Class One misdemeanors has changed significantly with the introduction of new record sealing laws….
Clean Slate Program Explained

Understanding Virginia’s Clean Slate Program: A Path to a Fresh Start

Starting July 1, 2026, Virginia will implement a transformative law that opens new opportunities for individuals burdened by certain criminal…
Understanding Virginia Employment Background Checks

Understanding Virginia Employment Background Checks

When it comes to employment in Virginia, background checks are a common and crucial part of the hiring process. If…
Learn how to remove charges from your Virginia Background CHeck

New Opportunities to Clear Your Virginia Background Check: Record Sealing and Expungement Laws

Starting July 1, 2026, a new era begins in Virginia. Virginia’s new record sealing laws will allow individuals to remove…
How to Clear a Virginia Criminal Record

How to Clear a Virginia Criminal Record

How to Clear a Virginia Criminal Record Virginia will soon have two types of record clearing laws: expungement and record…
Virginia's new record sealing law's impact on the Virginia case status and information system

Virginia’s New Record Sealing Laws impact on the Virginia Case Status and Information System

In the evolving landscape of criminal justice reform, Virginia is taking a significant step forward with the introduction of its…
Virginia barrier crimes: the impact of virginia's record sealing laws.

Virginia Barrier Crimes and the Effect of Virginia’s Record Sealing Laws

With Virginia’s new record sealing laws when a criminal conviction is sealed, it is no longer a barrier crime. This…

Clean Slate Virginia Talks Record Sealing with the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce

Thank you to the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce! It was a pleasure to discuss Virginia’s new record sealing laws with…
How to Remove your Data from VIrginia's Case Information System

How to Remove Your Data from the Virginia Status and Case Information System

Virginia’s new record sealing laws permit personal information regarding criminal convictions to be removed online from the Virginia status and…
 

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