Sealing or Expunging Juvenile Records in Minnesota
How juvenile records are sealed or expunged in Minnesota, and whether it happens automatically.
Short answer: The juvenile court may expunge all records relating to delinquency at any time if the benefit to the person outweighs the harm to the public and public safety and the burden on courts and agencies. Minn. Stat. §§ 260B.198 subd. 6, 609A.015 subd. 1
| Juvenile records | The juvenile court may expunge all records relating to delinquency at any time if the benefit to the person outweighs the harm to the public and public safety and the burden on courts and agencies. The court considers factors including the person's age, maturity and background at the time, the nature and severity of the offense, the impact on victims and the community, and the person's level of participation. Juvenile delinquency records are also covered by automatic expungement. |
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FAQ
How do you seal a juvenile record in Minnesota?
The juvenile court may expunge all records relating to delinquency at any time if the benefit to the person outweighs the harm to the public and public safety and the burden on courts and agencies. The court considers factors including the person's age, maturity and background at the time, the nature and severity of the offense, the impact on victims and the community, and the person's level of participation. Juvenile delinquency records are also covered by automatic expungement.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.