Virginia's new record sealing law takes effect July 1, 2026

Your Past Doesn't Have To Define Your Future

A sealed record won't show up on most background checks. We're preparing petitions now so eligible cases in Prince William County and across Northern Virginia are ready to file the day the law takes effect.

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How The Process Works With Us

Step 1

Free Review

We pull your record and confirm what's eligible to seal.

Step 2

We Prepare

Your petition is drafted and ready before July 1, 2026.

Step 3

We File

We file in the correct court and represent you throughout.

Step 4

Clean Slate

Your eligible record is sealed from public view.

Common Questions

No. Sealing limits public access to an eligible record so it generally won't appear on most background checks, but the record still exists. Expungement is a separate, older Virginia process. We help with both.

Not necessarily. Some records seal automatically over time, but many require a petition you must file in court. We identify which path applies to you.

Preparation takes time. By reviewing your record and drafting your petition now, we're ready to file the moment the law allows - so you're not waiting in line behind everyone else.

We explain fees clearly and upfront during your free case evaluation. No surprises, no hidden costs.

Ready To Take The First Step?

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