Statutory Timeframes
Nevada statutory law requires all individuals seeking to seal their Nevada criminal record to wait a specified timeframe before they can even apply to seal their Nevada criminal record.
CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS
| CLASSIFICATION OF CRIME | TIMEFRAME THAT MUST ELAPSE |
|---|---|
| Category A or B Felony | 15 Years after case is closed |
| Category C or D Felony | 12 Years after case is closed |
| Category E Felony | 7 Years after case is closed |
| Gross Misdemeanor | 5 Years after case is closed |
| Misdemeanor DUI (Drugs and/or Alcohol) | 7 Years after case is closed |
| Misdemeanor (Battery) Domestic Violence | 7 Years after case is closed |
| All Other Misdemeanors | 2 Years after case is closed |
ACQUITTALS & DISMISSALS
| All Felonies and Misdemeanors | Any time after the date of the acquittal or dismissal |
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DENIALS
| Most Felonies | 3 or 4 Years after commission of the offense |
| Gross Misdemeanors | 2 Years after commission of the offense |
| Misdemeanors | 1 Year after commission of the offense |
Please keep in mind that some convictions and even denials can never be sealed. For instance, even if the State denies to prosecute an individual for murder or terrorism, that individual can never apply to have the record associated with the offense sealed. Additionally, if the State denies to prosecute an individual for other serious offenses, such as kidnapping or sex trafficking, but the State receives timely reports of the offense, the option to seal can be eliminated or the waiting period to petition be extended.