New York Criminal Record Sealing Packet
Jurisdiction-correct document templates. Not legal advice.
1. Eligibility Checker
What Is "Sealing" in New York?
Who Qualifies for Sealing?
- NOT automatic for: sex offenses, Class A felonies, domestic violence, DWI/DUI
Who Does NOT Qualify?
File at: New York court finder: https://www.nycourts.gov/courts/
2. Required Forms
For CPL §160.59 Sealing (10+ Year Convictions)
| Form Name | Purpose | Where to Get |
|---|---|---|
| Sealing Application (CPL 160.59) | Main petition to seal qualifying convictions | NY Courts Forms or local court clerk |
| Criminal History Report (RAP Sheet) | Proof of your record and eligibility | DCJS: (518) 457-9847 or DCJS Website |
| Certificate of Disposition | Proves case outcome | Court where case was heard (fee: $10-25) |
| Affidavit of Service | Proves you notified the District Attorney | Included in application packet |
For Drug Treatment Sealing (CPL §160.58)
| Form Name | Purpose | Where to Get |
|---|---|---|
| Sealing Application (CPL 160.58) | Petition for drug treatment sealing | Court where case was heard |
| Proof of Treatment Completion | Documents showing successful treatment | Treatment provider |
Fees
- Filing fee: $0 (no fee to file sealing application)
- RAP sheet: $7.50 (fee waiver available)
- Certificate of Disposition: $10-25 per case
3. Step-by-Step Filing Instructions
Step 1: Get Your Criminal History Report (RAP Sheet)
- Contact the NY Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS)
- Request a personal criminal history review ($7.50 fee)
- Wait 2-3 weeks to receive your RAP sheet
- Review it carefully for accuracy
Step 2: Get Certificates of Disposition
- Contact the court clerk where each case was heard
- Request a Certificate of Disposition for each case
- Pay the fee ($10-25 per certificate)
- Keep originals and make copies
Step 3: Complete the Sealing Application
- Download the CPL §160.59 Sealing Application from NY Courts website
- Fill out completely and accurately:
Step 4: Serve the District Attorney
Step 5: File with the Court
Step 6: Attend Hearing (If Required)
5. Filing Checklist
- [ ] Criminal history report (RAP sheet) from DCJS
- [ ] Certificates of Disposition for each conviction
- [ ] Completed Sealing Application (CPL 160.59 form)
- [ ] Affidavit of Service (proof you notified the DA)
- [ ] Photo ID (driver's license, state ID, or passport)
- [ ] Proof of mailing to District Attorney (certified mail receipt)
- [ ] Copies of all documents (keep for your records)
- [ ] Proof of 10-year waiting period (court documents showing sentencing/release dates)
LEGAL AID
- Legal Services of the Hudson Valley: lshv.org · 1-877-574-8529
- Legal Aid Society of NYC: legal-aid.org · (212) 577-3300
- NY Courts Self-Help: nycourts.gov/selfhelp · (212) 428-2104
- Legal Services NYC: legalservicesnyc.org · (212) 431-7200
*Not legal advice. Jurist-Diction is not a law firm. Templates are jurisdiction-correct.
Verify current law before filing. For legal advice contact a licensed New York attorney or legal aid. jurist-diction.com*