Who is eligible for Expungement in Maryland

Generally, in Maryland you may file for expungement of records relating to a criminal charge if the case ended with:

  • Not Guilty – You were Acquitted (found not guilty)
  • Dismissed – Your charge was Dismissed
  • PBJ – You received Probation Before Judgment (except for certain alcohol-related driving offenses)
  • Nolle Prosequi – A Nolle Prosequi (“Noll Pros”) was entered in your case (This is when the prosecutor decides to drop the case either before or during trial.)
  • Stet – Your case was placed on the “stet docket” (indefinitely postponed)

Expungement of Marijuana Misdemeanor and Felony Convictions in Maryland

  • Expungement of Marijuana Convictions

    · For Possession of Marijuana, a conviction is eligible for expungement immediately after completion of the sentence. This includes completion of probation or programs.

    · For Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, a conviction is eligible for expungement 3 years after completion of the sentence. This includes completion of probation, parole, or mandatory supervision.

Certain Misdemeanor Convictions are eligible for expungement under specific waiting periods

Certain Felony Convictions are Eligible for Expungement