An expungement order directs the court to treat the criminal conviction as if it had never occurred, removing it from a person’s public record.
These court orders are not automatic – a petition must be filed to start the process. The Defender Association files these petitions for our clients.
Fill out the form below to request a juvenile record expungement. NOTE: fields marked with a * are required.
Call the Juvenile Expungement Hotline at 267-765-6770; email us at CYJ_Expungements@philadefender.org;
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Philly Defenders is proud to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month, recognizing the rich history and significant achievements of the Jewish American community. ✨
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