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Could a conviction be dismissed under 1203.4?

Penal Code section 1203.4 lets many people who were granted probation ask the court to withdraw the plea and dismiss the case. Whether it fits your conviction depends on details this screener cannot check. Answer a few questions about one conviction to see which route may be worth discussing with an attorney.

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This check never decides eligibility. It only points to questions an attorney will ask. Some offenses are excluded by law, and the court decides each petition.

A dismissal under 1203.4 does not erase the record entirely. It may still have to be disclosed for some government jobs and state licenses, and it does not by itself restore firearm rights or end sex offender registration.

If you are not a US citizen, a state dismissal may not remove immigration consequences. Mention your status to the attorney before filing anything.

This calculator gives general information based on the rules that apply in California as of October 2026. It is not legal advice and does not replace a review of your documents by an attorney. We are not a law firm and do not give legal advice. We connect you with independent attorneys licensed in California. Submitting this form does not create an attorney-client relationship; that only happens when you sign an engagement agreement with an attorney.