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(c) No proceeding is pending seeking the formation of a diversion agreement with that person; (d) The person has not been convicted of a class A or sex offense; and (e) Full restitution has been paid
In order to have a record destroyed, the following conditions must be met: For Diversion: A person eighteen years of age or older whose criminal history consists of only one referral for diversion may request that the court order the records in that case destroyed. The request shall be granted, if the court finds that two years have elapsed since completion of the diversion agreement. A person twenty-three years of age or older whose criminal history consists of only referrals for diversion may request that the court order the records in those cases destroyed. The request shall be granted if the court finds that all diversion agreements have been successfully completed and no proceeding is pending against the person seeking the conviction of a criminal offense.
Contact the Skamania County Juvenile Department for information on the filing process. (509) 427-3715 |