Resources
If you have already completed an application to have your criminal record sealed or expunged and wish to prepare a statement to either submit along with the application or to share with the judge during a scheduled hearing, check out our Record Sealing & Expungement Statement Tool.
This guided questionnaire generates a fully formed letter that can be copied and pasted into a Word Doc or Google Doc
Please note that this questionnaire and generated content does not constitute legal advice.
Record Sealing & Expungement Personal Statement Generator
Section 1: Identity
Section 2: Why Sealing / Growth
Section 3: Impact
Section 4: Lessons Learned
Section 5: No Reoffending
Section 6: Employment
Section 7: Education
Section 8: Lifestyle Changes
Section 9: Community
Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio (LASCO) provides free legal help to low income individuals, veterans, and seniors. Click on an issue below to learn more or call their intake line at 1-888-246-4420 to inquire about receiving assistance.
Ohio Legal Help provides easy-to-understand legal information and easy-to-use tools for Ohioans to resolve certain legal issues on their own. Visit this website to explore resources related to:
- Crime and Traffic
- Family and Safety
- Labor and Employment
- Consumer and Debt
- Seniors
- Health and Public Benefits
- Veterans and Servicemembers
- Immigration
- Education
Rentful is a hub for Central Ohio housing-related information such as:
- Rent Assistance and Rent Escrow
- Locating Housing or Shelter
- Eviction Prevention
- Navigating Disputes
OhioMeansJobs connects job seekers with employers and offers resources like resume building, career counseling, and skills training.
On the Central Ohio Restored Citizens Collaborative website, you can find a comprehensive resource guide and a calendar of community events serving justice impacted residents.