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JV-596-INFOMandatory

Sealing of Records for Satisfactory Completion of Probation

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2022

This form provides information about when a court might keep a person's juvenile records private (seal them) after finishing probation. It explains what must happen for the records to be sealed and who might still be able to see them.

The court describes it as: Explains when the court can keep private (seal) a child’s juvenile delinquency records, how the court will make the decision, and the effects of sealing the records.

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Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This information is provided when a court is dealing with a case where a person has completed probation. It explains the rules and effects of sealing juvenile records.

Either party may file.

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Common questions

What does this form explain?
This form explains when the court can keep a child's juvenile records private (seal them) after completing probation. It also explains what happens if the records are sealed and who can still see them.
If my records are sealed, do I have to report the offenses on job or school applications?
No, once the records are sealed, the law treats those offenses as if they did not happen, and you do not need to report them. However, the military and some federal agencies might still know about your history.
If I want my records sealed, what must happen?
The court may seal records if the case is closed because probation was satisfactorily completed. If the court does not find probation was completed satisfactorily, the person must ask the court to seal the records later.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2022.

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