O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37 provides for the restriction of certain criminal history record information for non-criminal justice purposes. Arrest and conviction information will be available only to judicial officials and criminal justice agencies for investigative or criminal justice employment purposes.

An individual with an eligible conviction may petition the court for restriction consideration four years after they have completed their sentence if they have not been convicted of a new offense in the four years prior to filing and do not have any pending charges. Also:

• The conviction must be an eligible offense
• The individual must have completed the terms of their sentence
• The individual has not been convicted of any crime in any jurisdiction for at least four years prior to filing (excluding non-serious traffic offenses)
• The individual has no pending offenses in any jurisdiction

While we will answer all inquiries to the best of our ability, the Solicitor-General’s Office cannot give legal advice. Therefore, to learn more about the options above as well as other record restriction opportunities that may be available, individuals are encouraged to consult a private attorney.