Remove court records from legal databases and Google search.
Old cases, dismissed charges, and sealed records do not have to stay online. We permanently remove court records from Justia, CourtListener, UniCourt, CaseMine, and 16+ other legal databases. You only pay after the record is gone.
Source deletion across every legal database, plus Google de-indexing.
A single court filing rarely lives in one place. Legal databases auto-scrape federal PACER and state court systems, then republish the same record across multiple platforms. Removing only one copy leaves the rest still ranking. We pursue removal across every active copy.
Legal database deletion
We submit removal requests directly to each legal database hosting your record, using documented case status (dismissed, sealed, expunged) and each platform's specific privacy or removal procedures.
Google search de-indexing
Once the source record is removed or redacted, we submit Google's outdated content removal tool to clear the search listing. For sealed or expunged cases, we also pursue Google's personal information removal directly.
Name redaction
When a publisher will not delete the case entirely, we negotiate redaction of your identifying information. The case stays in the database, but it stops appearing when someone searches your name.
Lifetime re-removal
Legal databases re-scrape federal PACER and state court systems automatically. If a removed record reappears, we remove it again, free. The guarantee never expires.
Every major legal database and case aggregator.
Court records get republished across a network of legal databases and case aggregators that scrape federal PACER, state court systems, and county dockets. Each has its own removal procedure. We have built removal frameworks for all of them.
Justia, CourtListener, FindLaw, Leagle, vLex
These are the most widely indexed legal databases on the open web. They publish case filings, opinions, and dockets, often appearing on the first page of Google when someone searches your name. Most accept properly documented removal requests for sealed, expunged, or dismissed cases.
We have direct removal frameworks for each of these databases. Each site has different submission procedures, documentation requirements, and timelines, and we know what gets results on every one.
UniCourt, Trellis, Docket Alarm, DocketBird, PacerMonitor
These platforms scrape federal PACER and state court dockets in near real time. They publish every case filing, motion, and order, often including parties' full names, addresses, and case details. They are the source of much of the duplicated court record content on the web.
Removal from docket aggregators is more procedural than from general legal databases. Each platform has specific verification and documentation requirements, and we know exactly what each one needs to process a successful removal.
PlainSite, CourtListener, RECAP, and similar archives
Transparency-focused platforms are typically the most resistant to removal because their stated mission is open access to public records. However, they will redact or remove cases that have been sealed, expunged, or where statutory privacy rights apply. The process requires precise documentation and the right legal framing.
We have established removal pathways even with the most transparency-oriented archives. The argument that wins is not "I want it gone," it is "the court has legally cleared this record and continued publication conflicts with that legal status."
Court records that surface through people-search and data broker sites
Beyond legal databases, court record data is republished across people-search sites (BeenVerified, Spokeo, MyLife) that aggregate it into background profiles. Even after the legal databases clear the record, these secondary copies can keep it visible in search results.
We coordinate removal across both the legal database network and the people-search republication chain, so the record disappears from every surface where it was indexed.
Learn about personal info removalEvery major legal database. Every major case aggregator.
Court record removal is procedural work. Each legal database has its own removal pathway, documentation requirements, and policy quirks. Over 15 years we have built the playbook for all of them, and we know exactly what each site needs to process a removal.
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How we actually get court records taken down.
Court record removal is more procedural than other content types. The case status drives everything: sealed and expunged cases get one approach, dismissed cases another, and active or final-judgment cases require a different argument entirely.
Case status review
We start by confirming the case's current legal status: sealed, expunged, dismissed, settled, or otherwise closed. The case status determines which removal arguments are strongest and which documentation is required for each site.
Full footprint mapping
We identify every legal database and aggregator hosting your record. A single federal civil case typically appears on 6 to 12 sites. State cases often appear on fewer but are more difficult. Every active copy gets included in the removal plan.
Documentation-backed requests
For each site, we submit removal requests with the right supporting documentation: sealing orders, expungement certificates, dismissal documents, settlement records, or accuracy challenges. Documentation is what separates approved removals from denials.
Privacy law and statutory rights
For applicable jurisdictions, we invoke statutory privacy rights under CCPA, GDPR, PIPEDA, and similar legislation. These laws often compel removal even when a site's standard policy would deny it.
Google search de-indexing
Once source records are removed or redacted, we submit Google's outdated content removal and personal information removal tools to clear the search listings. For sealed cases that remain in source databases, we pursue direct Google de-indexing.
Legal escalation
When standard requests and statutory invocations are not sufficient, our in-house legal team escalates through formal channels: court order requests, legal demand letters, and where warranted, formal litigation. Some of the most resistant databases only respond to legal escalation.
From your first message to confirmed removal.
We built the process to be simple, confidential, and transparent. You will always know what is happening, what comes next, and when you will be billed, which is only after removal is confirmed.
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Share the case
Submit the court record URLs or describe the case. We also benefit from knowing the case number, court, filing date, and current status (sealed, expunged, dismissed, settled). Everything is fully confidential.
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Free case assessment
Your specialist audits every legal database hosting the record, identifies the strongest removal path per site, and provides a clear quote with timeline. Typically within one business day.
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Removal in progress
Your dedicated specialist handles every removal request, statutory invocation, legal escalation, and Google submission. You receive regular status updates throughout the process.
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Confirmed and billed
We verify removal at the source and from Google search results, then invoice. Lifetime protection activates automatically. If the record ever reappears, we remove it again at no cost.
We always have a next step. And you never pay for a failure.
Some legal databases require a court order before removing any case. When that happens, we shift to the next best option. If every option fails for a specific record, you owe nothing for that link.
Google Search de-indexing
If a database refuses to remove the source record, we pursue de-indexing through Google. The case stays in the database, but it stops appearing when someone searches your name.
Name redaction
We negotiate to have your identifying information redacted within the case record (for example, your name replaced with initials). This removes search relevance and enables de-indexing.
Legal escalation
When databases ignore standard removal requests and statutory invocations, our in-house legal team escalates through formal channels. Court order requests and legal demand letters often move the most resistant platforms.
No charge on failure
If we cannot achieve any successful outcome for a specific record, you pay nothing for that link or any of the work attempted. Pay-on-success means zero risk to you.
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You only pay after the record is confirmed removed. Every time.
We built this business on a single commitment: no results, no payment. Every element of our guarantee is plain English. No asterisks, no carve-outs, no exceptions.
Pay after removal only
Work begins as soon as you approve the quote. Payment is due only after the court record is confirmed removed from the source and from Google. Never before.
No upfront fees, ever
No deposits. No retainers. No credit card required to get a quote or begin a case review. You explore your options at zero financial risk.
Lifetime re-removal
Legal databases automatically re-scrape PACER and state court systems. If a removed record reappears at the same URL, we remove it again, free. No time limit, no conditions.
Full refund on re-removal failure
In the rare case we cannot re-remove a record that has returned, you receive a full refund for that specific removal. No disputes, no delays.
What people ask before hiring a court record removal service.
Can court records be removed from the internet?
Yes, in most cases. Court records can be removed from third-party legal databases and from Google search results. The strongest cases for removal are sealed, expunged, dismissed, and outdated records, or cases that contain inaccurate information. Even cases that remain legally public can often be removed from secondary databases or de-indexed from Google. We have established removal frameworks for every major legal database. Your specialist will tell you exactly what is achievable for your specific case during the free assessment.
Can you remove court records from Google search results specifically?
Yes. Once the source legal database removes or redacts a court record, Google typically drops the listing from search results. Where Google does not de-index automatically, we submit URL removal requests through Google's outdated content removal tool and personal information removal tools. For sealed and expunged records, we can sometimes pursue direct Google de-indexing even when the source remains live.
What if my case was sealed or expunged but the record is still online?
This is one of the most common scenarios we handle. Third-party legal databases do not automatically update when a court seals or expunges a case. The original record stays online, often ranking on the first page of Google for your name. We submit removal requests using your sealing or expungement order as supporting documentation, which significantly strengthens the case for deletion or redaction. Most legal databases will honor a sealing or expungement order once it is properly documented.
Which legal databases do you remove court records from?
We have active removal frameworks for every major legal database and case aggregator, including Justia, CourtListener, UniCourt, CaseMine, Trellis, Docket Alarm, DocketBird, vLex, Leagle, FindLaw, PacerMonitor, PlainSite, Law360, RECAP, and others. If a specific database is hosting your record and is not on our coverage list, share the URL and we will assess it. We have also handled many regional and niche legal archives.
What if my case is still legally public and active?
Cases that are legally public and active are the most difficult to remove because most legal databases will not delete the underlying record. However, removal from secondary aggregators is often still possible, and Google de-indexing may be available for certain content categories. We do not promise outcomes that cannot be achieved, and we will tell you up front during the free assessment what is realistic for your specific case. If we determine removal is not possible, you pay nothing.
Do I need a lawyer to remove a court record?
Not always. Many court record removals are handled through publisher removal requests with proper documentation. A lawyer becomes necessary when a specific database requires a formal court order before removal, or when the underlying case needs to be sealed or expunged first (which is a separate legal process). Our in-house legal team handles formal escalation when required, and we will tell you up front during the assessment whether legal involvement is needed for your specific case.
How long does court record removal take?
Most court record removals complete within 30 to 90 days. The timeline depends on the legal database, the case status, the documentation available, and whether legal escalation is required. Records with strong documentation (sealing or expungement orders, accuracy challenges) typically move faster. Cases requiring formal legal escalation can take the full 90 days. Your specialist will give you a specific timeline before any work begins.
How much does court record removal cost?
Cost depends on how many legal databases the record appears on, the case status, the documentation available, and whether legal escalation is required. We do not publish flat rates because every case is different. What we can confirm: there are no upfront fees, no deposits, and no charges for unsuccessful removals. The case assessment is always free. To get a specific quote, submit your case for a free review.
Why does the record sometimes reappear after removal?
Legal databases scrape federal PACER and state court systems automatically and continuously. If a database is configured to re-scrape your case for any reason (case reactivation, related filing, system refresh), the record can technically reappear. This is why our lifetime guarantee matters: every removal is monitored, and any reappearance at a previously cleared URL is handled at no cost to you. Without ongoing protection, DIY removals often need to be repeated.
Will you remove civil cases, not just criminal records?
Yes. We handle removal of every type of court record: civil litigation, business disputes, family court records, settled cases, bankruptcy filings, federal civil filings, and state court matters, in addition to criminal records. Civil case removals are often easier than criminal records because the legal arguments around privacy, business confidentiality, and accuracy tend to be stronger. If you have a specific case and are not sure whether removal is possible, share the details for a free assessment.
Get a free, confidential case review today.
Tell us about the court record. We will audit every legal database hosting it, confirm what removal is achievable, and provide a quote with a clear timeline. Typically within one business day. No upfront cost. Fully confidential.
- Full audit across every legal database hosting your record
- Clear timeline and pricing before any work begins
- 15+ years removing court records from every major database
- In-house legal team for escalation when required
- Dedicated specialist assigned to your case from day one
- Lifetime re-removal guarantee on every record cleared
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