EXPUNGEMENT
Did you know that you may be eligible to have certain convictions sealed or certain arrests removed from your record? Empower yourself, clear your record, and open the door to new opportunities!
The Urban Expungement Program
Find Legal Help for Expungements with the Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio
- Is your Hamilton County criminal record hurting your job search?
- Did you know that you may be eligible to have certain convictions sealed or certain arrests removed from your record?
- Do you live in Hamilton County?
We may be able to help. Our expungement work is a partnership between the Hamilton County Public Defender, the National Urban League, and the Ohio Justice Bus.
About the Expungement Project
The Expungement Project aims to provide record relief throughout Hamilton County that helps clients empower themselves by clearing their records and opening the door to new opportunities. The Project leverages current record relief statutes across the state to identify records that are eligible for clearance with the purpose of lifting barriers for individuals seeking employment, housing, education, and other opportunities to promote self-reliance and a higher quality of life.
Ready to learn more?
Sign up to join the waitlist for our next clinic or information session.
Services Provided
We are ready and eager to help you navigate the expungement process. Attendees who are financially eligible to be serviced by the Hamilton County Public Defender’s Fresh Start Clinic will receive:
Record Review
A reservation with the Hamilton County Public Defender’s Fresh Start Clinic to receive FREE criminal record reviews with an attorney.
Eligibility Advice
Advice regarding your eligibility for record sealing and/or expungement.
Filing Assistance
Assistance with paperwork and filing court documents IF eligible.
Education on Rights
Information about your rights related to employment and criminal records.
Job and Career Training Info
Job leads & information about FREE career training opportunities.