Legal Question in Criminal Law in Washington
Sealing Record for Misdemeanor Conviction in WA
Is it true that only the records of juvenile offenders can be sealed?
Asked on 2/17/09, 11:17 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Paul Ferris
Law Office of Paul T. Ferris
Re: Sealing Record for Misdemeanor Conviction in WA
Misdemeanors (and felonies) can be sealed under GR15 (Court Rules - General Rules). Sealing is discretionary; there are no factors dictate whether a case will be sealed. The rule does provide factors to be considered by the court.
You may find forms at www.courts.wa.gov.
Answered on 2/17/09, 11:55 pm
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