Criminal Records Section

The Criminal Records Division consists of the

Expungement Unit

The Expungement Unit ensures an individual's right to privacy by sealing and expunging all criminal records as ordered by the court. Each expungement is processed in the order it it is received. At this time, an expungement of an Orleans Parish Criminal Record can take 6 to 8 months for completion due limited personnel and extensive research procedures.

Records Subpoena Unit

The Records Subpoena Unit processes all subpoena requests, made by appointment only.

Click here for information on how to request a subpoena.

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