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⚠ OFFENSES EXCLUDED FROM G.S. 15A-145.4 — NOT ELIGIBLE FOR THIS PETITION
- Any offense involving assault, violence, or threat of violence (Class A–E felonies)
- Any sex offense requiring registration under G.S. 14-208.6
- Crimes against children (G.S. Chapter 14, Article 10A)
- Any offense classified as a terrorist act under G.S. 14-10.1
- Any offense where a deadly weapon was used
- Prior felony conviction anywhere at any time (disqualifying)
01ATTORNEY INFORMATION
02PETITIONER INFORMATION
03FELONY OFFENSE
04CASE OUTCOME
For a conviction: Petitioner must have (1) reached age 18, and (2) completed all terms of the sentence including probation, community service, and payment of restitution before filing. No further waiting period after these requirements are met.
05REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
06CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
SELECTED COUNTY
— Select above —
ATTORNEY STRONGLY RECOMMENDED
Felony expunctions are the most complex. Barker Richardson, PLLC handles expunctions statewide. Call before filing.
BARKER RICHARDSON, PLLC →KEY FACTS — G.S. 15A-145.4
- Only for nonviolent felonies committed before age 18
- If dismissed — no waiting period; petition immediately
- If convicted — must be 18 AND have completed all terms of sentence (probation, restitution, community service)
- ONE lifetime felony expunction under this statute — choose carefully
- No prior or subsequent felony convictions allowed
- Not available if offense was a sex crime, assault, crime against a child, or terrorist act
STATUTORY REFERENCE
G.S. 15A-145.4Juvenile felony expunction
Age at OffenseMust be under 18
Lifetime LimitOne (1) expunction
Prior FeloniesDisqualifying
Filing Fee$175 (varies)