Sample Declaration - Sample Letter of Support - Example 1 - Example 2

Sep 15, 2026

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Template set for court submissions requesting expungement or reduction of a conviction, including a sample declaration and two sample letters of support. The materials provide fill-in fields for date, name, address, and the addressee, plus structured guidance to acknowledge the conviction, describe circumstances at the time, explain life changes afterward, and state goals for expungement. The letter examples add relationship context, character assessment, community involvement, and a respectful closing.

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Pages15

Reading Time5 min

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Sample Declaration

Personal information

Acknowledgement of conviction

Life circumstances at the time

Actions since the conviction

Goals for expungement

Request to the court

Sample Letter of Support - Example 1

Relationship and character

Community involvement and trust

Closing

Sample Letter of Support - Example 2

Role in organization

Duties and time commitment

Trustworthiness and work ethic

Closing

# Sample Declaration Date Name Address Dear Your Honor., [Briefly acknowledge the conviction]: In [YEAR],I was convicted of [OFFENSE].I take full responsibility for my past actions and the impactmy actions had on other people.I now petition the court to consider my motion to dismiss my convictiondue to the work I have done since my conviction. [If applicable,briefly describe life circumstances at the time of the conviction.]: Example 1:At the time of my conviction(s),I was battling an addiction to drugs.After my lastconviction,I accepted that I had a problem,and I sought help.I began attending Narcotics Anonymous,and I got clean.I began to see how the life I lived while on drugs not only hurt myself,but also led todestructive decisions that broke the law and could hurt those around me.I promised myself that I wouldstay clean,and I began work to build a new life Example 2:On date I made a mistake that I seriously regret.Though it was an isolated incident,I donot offer any excuses for my conviction.Since my arrest,I have focused to do anything in my power tomove on from the conviction. Example 3:At the time of my convictions,I was young and making poor choices.I regret both my ownactions and the people I surrounded myself with at that time.Unfortunately,I did not begin to learn frommy mistakes until after my convictions.However,after my final conviction,I began to turn my lifearound. [Describe what you have done since the conviction.]: Examples:Since my convictions,I have gone to school and gotten a diploma in X.I have helped otherpeople who are recovering from drug addictions.I have worked in Xjob for Xyears,and my managerhas consistently complimented my work.I am active in my community,and I volunteer with youngpeople regularly.I help take care of my elderly parents/grandparents.I have committed myself to myfaith,and I am active in my church. [Describe your goals/why you are applying for expungement.]: Examples:I now hope to go back to school so that I can become a vocational nurse.In order to moveforward in my career,I need to be able to expunge/reduce my conviction.I hope to create a better futurefor my children,and expunging my record will greatly help me in doing that. [Respectfully request the court grants your request] For these reasons,I respectfully request that the court expunge/reduce my conviction so that I cancontinue to achieve my goals and contribute to society to the best of my ability. Thank you for your consideration,[SIGN HERE] NAME DATE # Sample Letter of Support-Example 1 Date Name Address Phone Number Dear Your Honor: I have known NAME for number years because they are my neighbor/go to my church/I am theirsponsor,etc..I know NAME to be a kind,honest,and giving person,and he/she is a valued member ofour community. NAME is involved in our community and can always be counted on to lend a helping hand to those inneed.(Include examples of how the petitioner is a valued part of the community,helps others,istrustworthy,etc.) I know that NAME has had legal problems in the past.That does not change how I view him/her.I fullytrust him/her,and Iknow that given the chance,he/she will continue to make the best of his/her secondchance.(Any additional closing remarks on how you feel about NAME/the type of person he/she is). Sincerely, Signature Name,Title # Sample Letter of Support-Example 2 Date Name Address Phone Number Dear Your Honor: NAME is a valued volunteer/employee at our organization.He/she has been a wonderful member of ourteam since date.(Write description of the organization or company and the work that the organizationdoes). NAME volunteers/works an average of number hours per week.They have a number of duties.including(describe what the person does for the company/organization). He/she is trustworthy and hardworking.He/she enjoys helping people,and he/she has sought outopportunities to grow both personally and professionally.(Des

FAQs

What details are included at the start of the Sample Declaration?

It includes Date, Name, Address, and a salutation to the court. It also includes placeholders for conviction acknowledgement and signature information.

How should the declaration describe what the petitioner did after the conviction?

It should detail specific rehabilitation and life changes since the conviction, such as attending programs, maintaining employment, participating in community service, and improving family circumstances.

What should Sample Letter of Support - Example 1 and 2 include?

Both letters provide a relationship context, describe the person’s character and reliability, reference any past legal problems without minimizing them, and conclude with a respectful closing supporting the request.

Sep 15, 2026

Uploaded by Rizky