To: The North Carolina State House

Clearing Arrest Record So We Can Get A Job

If a person is charged with a crime in North Carolina and the charge is dismissed or a finding of not guilty is entered, the court in the county of the charge will automatically expunge from all official public records any entries related to his/her apprehension or trial.

Why is this important?

If a person is charged with a crime in North Carolina and the charge is dismissed or a finding of not guilty is entered, the court in the county of the charge will automatically expunge from all official public records any entries related to his/her apprehension or trial.