This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Sample Letter To Judge For Expungement In Contra Costa
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State:
Multi-State
County:
Contra Costa
Control #:
US-0006LTR
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Declaration: Acknowledge the conviction and take responsibility for your actions. Circumstances: Describe the life circumstances at the time of the conviction. Steps Taken: Detail the positive steps you've taken since the conviction. Reasons for Expungement: Explain your goals and why you're applying for expungement.
Follow the order of this format, leaving a space in between each section: Your Information (first thing that goes on the inside of the letter) Name. The Date. The Judge's Information. Honorable Judge First Name Last Name. What the Letter Is Going to Address. Salutation. Body. Signature.
I am writing to formally request the expungement of my criminal conviction from YEAR for OFFENSE. I fully take responsibility for my past mistakes and deeply regret the impact they caused on others and my life.
There is a new law in California that went into effect in 2023 called the California Clean Slate Act (SB 731). Under the Clean Slate Act, authorities will automatically expunge – or dismiss – certain arrests and criminal convictions.
Dear Your Honor, I am writing to formally request the expungement of my criminal conviction from YEAR for OFFENSE. I fully take responsibility for my past mistakes and deeply regret the impact they caused on others and my life.
Instructions for writing the letters: Introduction: Write the date. First Paragraph (write 3-5 sentences): Introduce yourself to the judge. Second Paragraph (write 3-5 sentences): What are the positive character traits of the person who is trying to clear their record? ... Third Paragraph (write 3-5 sentences). Closing:
You will begin the expungement process by filing a petition with the Contra Costa court that oversaw your original hearing for your misdemeanor or felony case. Courts process petitions on a first-come, first-serve basis. The sooner you file the petition for expungement, the sooner your case will be heard.
The letter should be sincere. The writer should answer who they are, how they know you, what they have seen you accomplish (specific situations), the character traits that they have witnessed, and what they expect you to accomplish in the future.
