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Definition: The physical destruction of criminal records by the FDLE. More protective than sealing — expunged records are actually destroyed. Available for cases that were dismissed, resulted in acquittal, or where adjudication was withheld (one-time only).
Category: Post-Case · Statute: F.S. 943.0585 · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding Expungement (Detailed Guide) in Florida
The physical destruction of criminal records by the FDLE. More protective than sealing — expunged records are actually destroyed. Available for cases that were dismissed, resulted in acquittal, or where adjudication was withheld (one-time only).
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