Record Restriction (Expungement)

Alapaha Judicial Circuit

[Atkinson, Berrien, Clinch, Cook, & Lanier]

Learn how to request record restriction within the Alapaha Judicial Circuit.
The process depends on when your arrest occurred.

What is Record Restriction?

Record restriction limits public access to certain criminal history records.

  • Records are not visible to most employers or landlords
  • Records are not deleted
  • Records remain accessible to law enforcement and courts

Possible Eligibility

You may be eligible for record restriction in situations such as:

  • Charges dismissed
  • Charges nolle prossed
  • Not guilty findings
  • Successful completion of First Offender

⚠️ Eligibility depends on Georgia law and your specific case.

Arrest On or After July 1, 2013

Record restriction requests must be directed to the
District Attorney’s Office.

Download Application Form Here and email it to Recordrestriction@DA’sOffice.com.

Or complete the online application form below.  

Click Here to Complete the Application Form Online

Arrest Before July 1, 2013

You must begin the process with the arresting agency.

The arresting agency will process the request and forward it for review as required by law.

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Important Notice: All applications must be submitted to the appropriate agency. *The Court cannot provide legal advice.
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice.
Eligibility and approval are determined by Georgia law and the appropriate authority.