Legal Disclaimer
Please read this disclaimer carefully before relying on any output from Fresh Start.
Not a Law Firm; No Legal Advice
Fresh Start is not a law firm, and it does not provide legal advice or legal representation. Nothing in the Service — including eligibility assessments, action plans, AI analyses, and generated documents — should be considered legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created by using the Service.
Educational Estimates Only
Our eligibility assessments and in-depth AI analyses are educational estimates based on general legal principles and the information you provide. They may not reflect recent changes in your state's laws, local court rules, or the specific facts of your case. Only a court can determine whether your record qualifies for expungement or sealing.
Review Documents Before Filing
Documents generated through Fresh Start are drafts for your review. You are responsible for verifying their accuracy, completeness, and compliance with your court's requirements before filing. Courts may reject or require corrections to improperly prepared filings.
No Guarantee of Outcome
Fresh Start does not guarantee that your petition will be accepted, granted, or processed within any timeframe. Outcomes depend on factors outside our control, including court discretion, prosecutor objections, and your state's legal requirements.
Consult a Licensed Attorney
We encourage you to confirm requirements with your local court and, especially for complex cases, to consult a licensed attorney. Our Legal Help page can connect you with free and low-cost legal aid organizations in your state.
By using Fresh Start, you acknowledge that: the Service provides educational guidance and document preparation tools only, that all assessments and documents should be independently verified, and that Fresh Start is not responsible for outcomes in any legal proceeding.
Questions? Read our FAQs or find free legal help through our Legal Help page.