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Form CR145 Petition for Expungement of Arrest Records - Missouri
What Is Form CR145?
This is a legal form that was released by the Missouri Courts - a government authority operating within Missouri. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is a CR145 petition?A: A CR145 petition is a legal document used in Missouri to request the expungement of arrest records.
Q: What is expungement?A: Expungement is the process of sealing or erasing certain arrest or court records, making them inaccessible to the general public.
Q: What are arrest records?A: Arrest records refer to the documentation of a person's arrest by law enforcement. They may include mugshots, fingerprints, and other details related to the arrest.
Q: Who can file a CR145 petition?A: In Missouri, individuals who have been arrested but not convicted or found guilty of a crime may be eligible to file a CR145 petition.
Q: What information is required in the CR145 petition form?A: The CR145 petition form typically requires personal information, details of the arrest, and reasons why the expungement should be granted.
Q: Are there any fees associated with filing a CR145 petition?A: Yes, there may be filing fees associated with submitting a CR145 petition. The exact fee amount can vary depending on the county where the petition is filed.
Q: What happens after filing a CR145 petition?A: After filing a CR145 petition, a court hearing will be scheduled where the judge will review the request and determine whether to grant the expungement.
Q: How long does the expungement process take?A: The length of the expungement process can vary, but it usually takes several months to complete. It depends on factors such as the court's caseload and the complexity of the case.
Q: Can an expunged record be accessed by employers or educational institutions?A: Generally, once a record is successfully expunged, it should not be accessible by most employers or educational institutions. However, there may be exceptions for certain government or law enforcement agencies.
Form Details:
- Released on October 1, 2016;
- The latest edition provided by the Missouri Courts;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a fillable version of Form CR145 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Missouri Courts.
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