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JDF 681

Order to Seal Pardoned Conviction Records

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective March 1, 2024

This form is an order that a judge uses to officially seal criminal records related to a pardon. It states that the court believes keeping the records private is more important than the public's right to see them.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used after a hearing where the court reviews evidence to decide if criminal records related to a pardon should be sealed.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
This form is filled out by the Court, specifically by a Judge or Magistrate. Great care must be taken to fill out the case details.
Does the defendant have to pay anything?
The form notes that the CBI charges a fee before the records can be sealed. The defendant should contact the CBI for fee information.
What does this order do?
If the court signs this order, it means the criminal records related to the case will be sealed, except for basic identifying information.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect March 1, 2024.

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