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1. Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2026

1.1 Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Clean Slate Guide (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, you must not access or use the Site.

1.2 Use of the Site

Clean Slate Guide provides general information about criminal record expungement and sealing. The Site is intended for personal, non-commercial use. You agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
• Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works of Site content without permission
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or its systems
• Use any automated means to access the Site or scrape content without written consent

1.3 Intellectual Property

All content on this Site — including text, graphics, logos, and software — is the property of Clean Slate Guide or its content suppliers and is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. You may view and download a single copy of Site content for personal, non-commercial use, provided you retain all copyright and proprietary notices.

1.4 User Contributions

If you submit content to the Site (including feedback or testimonials), you grant Clean Slate Guide a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and irrevocable right to use, modify, and display that content in connection with the Site.

1.5 Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this section will reflect the most recent changes. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

1.6 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state in which Clean Slate Guide is operated, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles.

2. Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

2.1 Information We Collect

Clean Slate Guide collects limited information to operate and improve the Site:

• Analytics data: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the Site (pages viewed, time on page, referring source). This data is anonymized and aggregated.
• Cookies: The Site uses cookies for analytics and to remember your preferences. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some Site features may not function properly if you do.
• Voluntary information: If you contact us by email or submit a form, we collect the information you choose to provide.

2.2 How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Site
• Understand how visitors engage with our content
• Respond to inquiries you submit to us

2.3 Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable information (such as overall traffic statistics) with partners or for promotional purposes.

2.4 Third-Party Services

The Site uses the following third-party services that may collect information according to their own privacy policies:

• Google Analytics — web analytics (privacy policy)
• Vercel — hosting (privacy policy)

2.5 Data Retention

We retain analytics data for the minimum period necessary to provide and improve our services. You may request deletion of any personal information you have submitted to us by contacting us using the information below.

2.6 Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights under laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) or the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, correct, or delete personal information we hold about you. To exercise these rights, contact us at the address below.

2.7 Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

2.8 Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date will reflect the most recent changes.

2.9 Contact

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us through the form on our Contact page.

3. Disclaimer

Last updated: January 2026

3.1 Not Legal Advice

Clean Slate Guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The content on this Site is general information about criminal record expungement and sealing, not a substitute for professional legal counsel tailored to your specific situation.

3.2 No Attorney-Client Relationship

Use of this Site does not form an attorney-client relationship between you and Clean Slate Guide, or between you and any attorney referenced or listed on this Site. An attorney-client relationship is only created through a formal written engagement with an attorney of your choosing.

3.3 Laws Vary by State and Change Frequently

Criminal record laws vary significantly from state to state and are subject to frequent legislative and judicial changes. Although we make reasonable efforts to keep our content accurate and current, we cannot guarantee that any information on this Site reflects the most recent legal developments in your jurisdiction. Always verify with a licensed attorney admitted to practice in your state before taking action based on information from this Site.

3.4 No Guarantees of Outcome

Past legal outcomes do not guarantee future results. The outcome of any expungement, sealing, or record-clearing matter depends on the specific facts of your case, the applicable law in your jurisdiction, and the discretion of the court or agency involved. We make no representations or warranties about the outcome of any specific legal proceeding.

3.5 Affiliate Disclosure

Clean Slate Guide may receive compensation when users contact attorneys listed on this Site. This compensation may influence which attorneys or services are featured or promoted. We strive to recommend attorneys and services based on quality and relevance, but readers should perform their own due diligence before engaging any attorney or service.

3.6 Content Accuracy

Although we work to keep the information on this Site accurate and up to date, we make no warranties or representations, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the content. You use the Site at your own risk.

3.7 No Endorsement

References to specific attorneys, legal aid organizations, government agencies, or third-party services are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or warranty by Clean Slate Guide.

3.8 External Links

This Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of those websites. Your use of any third-party website is at your own risk and subject to that website's terms and privacy policy.