Washington Order on Motion to Seal Records of Juvenile Offender
What this document covers
The Order on Motion to Seal Records of Juvenile Offender is a legal document used in court to expunge juvenile criminal records. This form is specifically designed for situations where a motion for expungement has been filed, enabling the juvenile's records to be sealed under Washington State law. Unlike other forms that address general expungement, this form focuses on juvenile offenses and the unique processes relevant to them.
Form components explained
- Parties involved: identifies the court and the respondent.
- Motion details: includes options for sealing records based on various legal grounds.
- Court findings: sections for the judge to detail whether specific criteria for sealing have been met.
- Order section: states whether sealing is granted or denied and outlines the implications of this decision.
- Signature section: for the judge or commissioner and the attorney representing the respondent.
Legal requirements by state
This form is specific to the state of Washington and adheres to local legal statutes governing the sealing of juvenile records, particularly under RCW 13.50.260 and 13.40.127. Users must ensure compliance with any additional state rules or requirements during the filing process.
When this form is needed
This form should be used when a juvenile offender seeks to have their criminal records sealed. You may need this form if the juvenile has successfully completed the requirements of their case, such as fulfilling terms of a disposition or if charges have been acquitted or dismissed. It is also appropriate when seeking to re-seal records that were previously sealed but later nullified.
Who can use this document
This form is intended for:
- Juvenile offenders seeking to expunge their criminal records.
- Parents or guardians filing on behalf of a minor.
- Legal representatives assisting juvenile clients with record sealing.
How to prepare this document
- Identify the parties: Fill in the names of the respondent and the relevant juvenile court.
- Select the appropriate basis for sealing records: Choose from the specified legal grounds outlined in the form.
- Detail findings: Provide necessary court findings based on the criteria for sealing records.
- Complete the order: Clearly specify whether sealing is granted or denied along with the conditions applied.
- Obtain signatures: Secure the signatures of the judge and the attorney for the respondent.
Notarization requirements for this form
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Avoid these common issues
- Not providing adequate notice to required parties before filing the motion.
- Failing to meet statutory requirements linked to RCW 13.50.260.
- Omitting necessary details regarding findings and orders in the form.
- Not securing all required signatures before submission.
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FAQ
Fill out the Notice of Respondent's Motion to Seal Records of Juvenile Offender. Once you have a hearing date, complete the Notice of Respondent's Motion to Seal Records of Juvenile Offender for each case for which you have filled out a Motion, - for each case that you want to seal.
For juvenile adjudications, court records are automatically sealed at the end of the juvenile case. An expunged juvenile record is completely destroyed and removed from the juvenile records system.Expunged juvenile records are completely destroyed and treated as though they never existed.
Age. The person seeking the sealing must be an adult. When the offense was committed. Often, a juvenile record cannot be sealed until some period of time has passed. Type of juvenile offense. Subsequent arrests or convictions. File a petition. Pay a fee.
No, there is no way to seal the records and at this point, there is no way to get your federal gun rights back.
Sealing juvenile records refers to closing them to the public, while expunging requires their complete physical destruction. Automatically sealing or expunging records requires no action by the juvenile.
How Long Does a Youth Record Last?Once the access period ends, youth records are sealed and/or destroyed. However, if someone over the age of 18 with an open youth record commits another crime, the youth record will become part of that person's adult record.
