FBI to Simplify Wiping Your Criminal Record Slate Clean
Published Date: 3/28/2025
Notice
Summary
The FBI wants to update its Expungement and Sealing Form (FD-1114) to make it easier and faster for people to clear or seal their records. If you’ve ever needed to clean up your criminal history, this affects you! The FBI is asking for your feedback by April 28, 2025, to help reduce paperwork and improve the process without costing extra time or money.
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Easier, faster expungement form
You may find it easier and faster to clear or seal a criminal record because the FBI is revising the Expungement and Sealing Form (FD-1114) to reduce paperwork and improve the process. The FBI is requesting public feedback by April 28, 2025, and estimates 147,610 respondents, about 3.5 hours per respondent, a total annual burden of 8,611 hours, and $0 in annual other costs.
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