Q: What is an expungement or “set-aside” under Michigan law?
A: An expungement refers to the removal of a criminal conviction from an individual’s public record. An expungement is sometimes referred to as “record-sealing” or a “set-aside.” While most private employers, landlords, and the public in general, will not be able access the expunged conviction, law enforcement, courts, and certain state agencies retain a non-public record of the conviction.
Q: How can I expunge my criminal record under the new Clean Slate Act?
A: Under the Clean Slate Act, an individual may seek to expunge a conviction either through the Expungement by Application process (applying with the convicting court to have a conviction expunged) or through the Automatic Expungement Program that is implemented by the state of Michigan.
Download>> FAQ Michigan’s Clean Slate Legislation Fact Sheet – Updated February 11, 2025
