About Our Process
100% focused on expungement
Fast-track processing system
End-to-end case management
What Happens After You Contact Us
From the moment you reach out, your case is reviewed through a clear and structured process designed to move forward without delays.
#1
SUBMIT YOUR CASE
You can call us at +1 866-372-7335, email lawyer@erasethecase.com, or submit your information online.
For the fastest start, we recommend completing our eligibility test—it takes about 5 minutes to determine if you may qualify for expungement.
#2
CASE REVIEW
Your information is reviewed promptly by our legal team.
The eligibility test allows us to quickly assess your situation and identify the appropriate next steps.
#3
ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION
You will receive a response via email within 24 hours confirming whether your case qualifies under Florida law, along with any additional information needed.
#4
STRATEGY CONFIRMATION
If your case is eligible, our team will provide a clear legal strategy and outline the total fee upfront via email before any work begins, so you know exactly what to expect.
Note: We may also recommend additional services—such as background check removal and mugshot suppression—depending on your situation.
While not every client requires these services, addressing them early can help ensure your record is cleared more completely across public and private databases. This can be important for future opportunities such as employment, housing, or financial applications.
Step-by-Step Expungement Process
Once your eligibility is confirmed and you have agreed to the strategy and fee via email, your case moves forward through a structured legal process.
This workflow is continuously refined by Erase The Case to deliver one of the fastest expungement timelines in the market, with a 99.7% success rate, while operating efficiently through a fully online, streamlined system.
Our team manages each stage, while guiding you clearly on any action required.
Step 1: Case Onboarding & Confirmation
Estimated Time: 1–3 days
What we do:
Open your case file and assign it to our legal team
Verify all case details based on official records
Confirm the filing strategy and required documents
What you need to do: Provide basic personal details and confirm case information (if requested)
You will receive an onboarding email with clear next steps and instructions
Step 2: Document Collection & Preparation
Estimated Time: 1–2 weeks
What we do:
Obtain and review court records
Prepare all required legal documents and petitions
Ensure all information is accurate before submission
What you need to do: Provide any requested documents (if needed), such as identification or case-related records
We will email you specific instructions only if additional documents are required
Step 3: Filing with FDLE
Estimated Time: Several weeks (processing time varies)
What we do:
Submit your Certificate of Eligibility application to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement
Monitor the application status and handle any follow-ups
What you need to do: No action required unless additional information is requested
You will be notified once your eligibility certificate is approved
Step 4: Court Filing
Estimated Time: Several weeks
What we do:
File your expungement or sealing petition with the appropriate court
Coordinate with the clerk and judge to process your case
What you need to do: Typically no action required
We will update you once your case is officially filed and under court review
Step 5: Order Processing
Estimated Time: Varies by court
What we do:
Track court review and approval
Ensure the signed order is issued and distributed to the appropriate agencies
What you need to do: No action required
You will be notified immediately once the court approves your case
Step 6: Record Removal Execution
Estimated Time: Several weeks after order
What we do:
Ensure your record is removed or restricted across all systems
Update FDLE records and court databases
Handle background check suppression and mugshot removal
What you need to do: No action required
Final confirmation is sent once your record has been fully processed and cleared
Why Our Process Is Faster Than Most Law Firms
Pre-screening
before filing
Cases are verified before submission to prevent rejection
Error-free
documentation
All filings are prepared with verified information
FDLE-ready
submissions
Applications are structured to meet processing requirements
No delays
from incomplete filings
Every step is completed thoroughly before moving forward