ALT Automatic sealing requires no work by the person whose record is being sealed. When automatic sealing begins, the Virginia State Police will send lists of eligible records to the courts, who will seal these records from public view. There are only a few types of records that will be sealed automatically, and all of them are misdemeanor convictions: Misdemeanor larceny, § 18.2-96, or concealment, § 18.2-103 Three types of trespass: § 18.2-119, § 18.2-120 or § 18.2-134 Misdemeanor possession with the intent to distribute marijuana, § 18.2-248.1 Disorderly conduct, § 18.2-415

ALT Criminal Records Expungement & Sealing informational workshop Free and open to all. November 24, 2025 from 6PM to 7:30PM Morgan Memorial Library 443 West Washington Street Suffolk, VA. Service providers and those working with impacted communities are encouraged to attend. Refreshments provided. Learn about recent updates to the law and updates for 2026. Find out information on who qualifies for expungement now and who will benefit from new changes in the law. Experts will cover the necessary steps for expungement and connect patrons to resources to help maneuver the court process. No registration necessary.