Missouri expungement FAQ.

It depends on the offense, how much time has passed, and whether you’ve stayed out of further trouble. Missouri law (RSMo § 610.140) lets many misdemeanors and Class C–E felonies be expunged after a waiting period, typically three years for felonies and one year for misdemeanors and ordinance violations from the completion of your sentence, though timelines vary. The fastest way to know is our free eligibility check.

A granted expungement closes the record to the public. In most situations you can lawfully answer “no” when asked whether you’ve been convicted of or charged with the expunged offense, on job and housing applications, for example. Certain government agencies and employers may still access sealed records in limited circumstances.

Most Missouri expungement cases resolve within a few months from filing, depending on the county and the court’s calendar. We give you a realistic timeline for your specific county after your free review.

We charge one flat fee for most single-charge expungements, plus the court’s filing fee. You get that number in writing before you hire us. Multi-charge and complex felony matters are quoted up front after your free review, so you’ll always know the price before you commit.

Missouri limits how many offenses a person can expunge over their lifetime, and the limits differ for misdemeanors and felonies. During your review we’ll help you prioritize which charges to pursue and when.

Often the attorney can handle the hearing on your behalf, and in some counties a hearing may not be required at all. We’ll tell you what to expect in your county.

All of them. We file expungement petitions statewide, in all 114 Missouri counties and the City of St. Louis, from Columbia and Kansas City to St. Louis, Springfield, and every community in between.

Yes. Anything you share during your eligibility review is kept confidential, whether or not you decide to hire us.