Here are some resources in Florida to help with **criminal record sealing and expungement**:
1. **Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) - Seal and Expunge Section**
- Offers guidance on the process of sealing or expunging a criminal record, including eligibility criteria, required forms, and a detailed application process.
- **Website**: [FDLE Seal and Expunge](https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/)
- **Contact**: 850-410-7870
2. **Jacksonville Area Legal Aid (JALA)**
- Provides assistance with criminal record sealing and expungement to eligible individuals.
- **Website**: [JALA Expungement Help](https://www.jaxlegalaid.org/get-help/service-areas/sealing-and-expungement-of-criminal-arrest-records)
3. **Legal Services of Greater Miami**
- Offers workshops and resources for expungement and sealing of criminal records.
- **Website**: [Legal Services Greater Miami](https://legalservicesmiami.org/)
4. **Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida**
- Provides legal aid to individuals looking to seal or expunge criminal records, depending on eligibility.
- **Website**: [CLS Mid-Florida](https://www.clsmf.org/)
5. **State Attorney’s Office - 2nd Judicial Circuit**
- Provides a detailed step-by-step guide for individuals seeking to seal or expunge their records. Offers notary services for applications.
- **Website**: [State Attorney’s Office Expungement Guide](https://www.sao2fl.org/)
### General Notes:
- **Eligibility**: Record sealing or expungement depends on your criminal history and the nature of the charges.
- **Fees**: Typically involves a fee (around $75 for FDLE applications). Additional legal fees may apply if using attorney services.
- **Local Resources**: Check with your county clerk or local legal aid organizations for additional help.
These resources should provide a solid starting point for navigating the expungement and sealing process in Florida.