Clearing eligible convictions from your record.
Oregon expungement (set-aside) can remove a qualifying conviction or arrest from your record. We help people erase their criminal history so an old case doesn't keep affecting their employment, housing, and licensing applications. The eligibility check is free.
Oregon's set-aside statute, ORS 137.225, allows many, but not all, convictions and arrests to be sealed after the applicable waiting period. Most Class C felonies and many misdemeanors are eligible; Measure 11 offenses, most sex offenses, DUII convictions, and certain traffic crimes are categorically ineligible. Eligibility also depends on whether you have stayed out of further trouble during the waiting period.
How eligibility works
Eligibility under ORS 137.225 depends on the offense, the time since conviction or arrest, and whether you have stayed out of further trouble. Many Class C felonies and most misdemeanors are eligible after the statutory waiting period. Measure 11 offenses, most sex offenses, DUII convictions, and certain other categories are categorically ineligible.
We screen your record at no charge, file the motion, and represent you through the process.
Expungement questions
Which Oregon convictions can be expunged?
Under ORS 137.225, many Class C felonies, most misdemeanors, violations, and arrests that did not result in conviction are eligible for set-aside. Measure 11 offenses under ORS 137.700, most sex offenses, DUII convictions, and certain traffic crimes are categorically ineligible.
How long do I have to wait to apply?
Waiting periods vary by offense and were significantly updated in recent years. They generally run from the date of conviction or completion of the sentence and range from one year for many misdemeanors to longer periods for eligible felonies. We confirm your specific waiting period as part of the free eligibility screen.
What does the expungement process look like?
We pull your Oregon court records, confirm eligibility, prepare and file the motion to set aside under ORS 137.225, serve the District Attorney, and represent you at any hearing. If granted, the order seals the record from public view and the conviction is, for most purposes, treated as if it never occurred.
Will an expunged conviction still show up on background checks?
Once a set-aside is granted, the conviction is generally removed from public Oregon records and most background-check databases. Some federal databases (such as those used in immigration matters or firearm purchases) and certain professional licensing boards may still see the underlying record. We will explain how a set-aside is likely to affect your specific situation.
Can I expunge a Measure 11 conviction?
No. Measure 11 offenses listed in ORS 137.700, including most sex offenses, robbery, kidnapping, and major assault charges, are categorically ineligible for set-aside under ORS 137.225. Other relief, such as commutation or pardon, is available only in very limited circumstances.
Reviewed by Abraham HansonLast updated 2026-06-15