Missouri expungement, explained.
Straight, current answers about clearing a Missouri record, written and reviewed by our attorney. Start with a guide, then check your own eligibility for free.
Missouri Expungement Law 101
A plain-English guide to Missouri expungement law: who qualifies, how RSMo § 610.140 works, waiting periods, lifetime limits, and the new automatic-expungement changes.
Read the guide →Am I Eligible?
Who qualifies for expungement in Missouri? Waiting periods, the six factors the court weighs, lifetime limits, and how to check your specific case for free.
Read the guide →What It Costs
What does expungement cost in Missouri? Our flat fee starts at $1,500 for most single-charge cases, and $1,000 for a DWI, plus the court filing fee. Quoted in writing before you hire us, no hourly billing.
Read the guide →How Long It Takes
How long does a Missouri expungement take? Most cases resolve within a few months of filing, depending on the county and court calendar. Here’s the realistic timeline.
Read the guide →What Can’t Be Expunged
Some Missouri offenses generally can’t be expunged, such as Class A and dangerous felonies and offenses requiring sex-offender registration. But many charges can, so it’s always worth checking yours.
Read the guide →Does It Clear a Background Check?
After a Missouri expungement, the record is closed to the public and will not show on standard background checks. Here is what that covers, and its limits.
Read the guide →Marijuana Expungement
Missouri automatically expunged many past marijuana offenses after 2022 legalization. Here is what was cleared for you, and what still needs a petition.
Read the guide →Check If a Record Was Expunged
Missouri does not send a notice when a record is cleared. Here is how to check whether your marijuana, automatic, or court-ordered expungement actually went through, and what to do if it did not.
Read the guide →Find out if your record qualifies, free.
Answer a few quick questions and we’ll tell you where you stand, usually within one business day. No cost, no obligation.