Understanding Our Case Review Process

Expungement Assistance for Eligible Misdemeanors & Eligible Felonies

Welcome to the Clear Path Expungement Project Case Review process.  Here, we want to ensure you understand the importance of familiarizing yourself with the requirements of expungement and the types of assistance we offer.  If we review your case and determine we can assist you, you will be scheduled for  Expungement processing, where our team will assist you in completing your required Expungement paperwork.

Please note that you must meet the requirements below, upload your authorized background records with a completed Expungement Intake Form, and submit payment of $85 all at once, BUT FIRST YOU HAVE TO MAKE SURE YOU QUALIFY!  Please see below.

Record Sealing vs. Expungement

Record Sealing = case is hidden from public view (most employers, landlords, licensing boards cannot see it)
Expungement = record is destroyed and treated as if it never occurred
Most people qualify for record sealing first, then expungement later.

Timeline Summary

Follow instructions without excuses or explanations

Steps for Expungement
Case Review for Cleveland, OH

  1. Case must be Non-violent

  2. Non-sexual F4 or F5 felonies (including most drug trafficking/ possession cases) are generally eligible for record relief

  3. Ohio now allows unlimited F4 & F5 convictions to be sealed if non-violent
  4. For non-violent F4/F5 convictions, the Court will still evaluates based upon:

    Rehabilitation (document your positive rehab)
    Community safety (document how you're not a threat to society)
    Order probation department background check
    Review criminal history
    Consider employment, housing, rehabilitation

  5. Your waiting period has to have already been completed for all case types
  6. No outstanding restitutions
  7. No outstanding court cases
  8. No open cases
  9. No outstanding fines
  10. No out of state cases
    (all out of state cases have to be dealt with first)
  11. If you have multiple Felony 4's and Felony 5's, they may be able to be sealed, but the Court still will be checking on your:

    Rehabilitation
    Community safety
    Objections from prosecutor

  12. Go to Justice Center, 1200 Ontario Street, Cleveland, OH  44113
  13. Go to 3rd Floor
  14. Go to Arrests & Warrants Window
  15. Ask for your “City Records” – FREE
  16. Go to Sheriff’s Department Window
  17. Ask for your Cuyahoga County Criminal Records Cost is $6.00
  18. DO NOT LEAVE YET.

  19. Check for your journal entries

  20. Get Your Final Discharge Date:
    This is the date probation ended and all financial obligations were paid

  21. As you begin your Expungement process, please pay close attention to the docket.  Access the docket website at:  
    https://cpdocket.cp.cuyahogacounty.gov
  22. You need to answer the Objection by filing a response to Prosecutor’s Objection in writing & request for hearing.

  23. Expungement documentation is required to  be filed in the same court where the conviction occurred and the following documents are required:
    Application for Record Sealing (or Expungement)
    Case numbers

  24. Filing fee (~$50 for convictions)

Our history

From modest beginnings, we've grown through unwavering dedication and a commitment to continuous improvement. Each step has reinforced our core belief in the power of collaboration and the importance of integrity. We're passionate about what we do, and we're excited to share our story with you.

Who We Serve

Our ideal client is someone who needs assistance with expunging Unlimited F4/F5 Cases, Drug Cases & Related Charges, Professional Licensure Refusals, securing Executive Pardons by the Governor, and Dismissals, including Not Guilty Verdicts and No Bills By Grand Jury. We also assist with Felony Convictions of Nonviolent Crimes F3. The key to success is following our coaching instructions, completing assignments promptly, accepting education about the process, and understanding that there may be a waiting period.

Expungement Intake Review

We offer an Expungement Intake Review for $75, as well as Group Expungement Coaching.  Our goal is to ensure that you complete your Expungement paperwork properly and understand the importance of completing all the required steps after your submit your Expungement paperwork.

Ready to Begin?

Take the first step towards a brighter future. Complete our Expungement Intake Form and pay the $75 review fee to begin the process. Let Clear Path Expungement Project provide the legal education, training, and assistance you need.