When you want to clear your record in Florida, the first step is always the Application for a Certificate of Eligibility with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). Without this approval, you cannot petition the court to seal or expunge your record.
But here’s the truth: while the FDLE application is mandatory, it’s also complicated and easy to get wrong. That’s why Erase The Case has designed a faster, simplified way for clients to get through this process.
Filing the FDLE application sounds simple, but it rarely is. Clients often run into issues such as:
That’s why so many people give up or get stuck waiting.
Attorney David Weisselberger, founder of Erase The Case, saw firsthand how much stress and delay the FDLE process caused for people trying to rebuild their lives. That’s why he created a streamlined in-house application form just for clients.
Expunging criminal records in Florida is a complex legal process involving 67 clerks of courts and 20 judicial circuits, with significant variations in local rules. Careful adherence to all requirements is essential, as failing to do so could result in parts of your criminal history remaining public.
Here’s the bottom line:
Our method can save you weeks or even months by avoiding the common errors that derail applications. From your first intake form to the final court order, we manage the entire process end-to-end until your record is officially sealed or expunged.
FDLE typically takes 5–7 months to process a Certificate of Eligibility. Working with an attorney helps reduce avoidable delays.
Yes, but mistakes are common and often cause rejection or long delays. Having a lawyer ensures the application is complete and properly submitted.
If your application is denied, you may have limited remedies depending on the reason. Our attorneys can review your case and advise on your options.
Not exactly. Our in-house form simplifies your intake. We then prepare and submit the official FDLE application for you—correctly, the first time.
