Vermont: Adult Convictions (VT-C-6)

Records relating to a conviction for an offense committed before age 25 can be sealed by the court two years after final discharge, if the person is not subjected to any ineligible offenses for 10 years prior to application, and has been rehabilitated to the court's satisfaction. 33 V.S.A. § 5119(g).

Record Detail(s)

Misdemeanor

Felony

Previous Conviction Disqualifying

Potentially, see statute

Mandatory / Discretionary

Discretionary

Clearance Process

By petition or court's own motion

Remedy

Seal

Ineligible Category or Citation

See 33 V.S.A. § 5119 for ineligible offenses.

Procedure General

The petition must be filed in the court of conviction. For the specific procedure, see 33 V.S.A. section 5119(g).

Fees

There is no statutory language regarding fees.

Effect

To "seal" a file or record means to physically and electronically segregate the record in a manner that ensures confidentiality of the record and limits access only to those persons who are authorized by law or court order to view the record. 33 V.S.A. § 5119(j).

Waiting Periods

The petition can be filed two years after the person's final discharge. 33 V.S.A. § 5119(g).

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