Illustrative Example • Expungement
Illustrative Example: Michigan Clean Slate Expungement Petition
A fictional educational scenario showing how a Michigan set-aside packet (MC 227) is prepared, fingerprinted, and filed. Not a real client.
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This illustrative scenario walks through how an MC 227 Application to Set Aside Conviction packet is prepared and filed in the convicting court — including ICHAT review, fingerprint card, and statutory service.
Key points
- Goal: clear an old eligible misdemeanor under Clean Slate.
- Required ICHAT pull, fingerprint card, and AG/MSP/prosecutor service.
- Hearing scheduled approximately 6 months after filing.
- Set-aside ultimately granted in this scenario.
Illustrative example — not a real client. Names and details are fictional.
goal
Prepare a complete MC 227 expungement packet for an eligible misdemeanor outside the automatic Clean Slate window.
challenge
Client wasn't sure which convicting court to file in or whether other older charges affected eligibility.
solution
We pulled an ICHAT report, confirmed eligibility, prepared the MC 227 application and supporting affidavits, and provided fingerprint and service instructions.
timeline
Week 1 eligibility review → Week 2 paperwork drafted → Week 3 fingerprinting → Week 4 filing → Month 6 hearing.
outcome
Court granted the set-aside at the hearing. Client received an order of set-aside and conviction was removed from public record.
Direct answers to common questions
Are these scenarios real?+
No. Illustrative only. Names and details are fictional.
Will every expungement be granted?+
No. Granting is up to the judge. Complete paperwork and proper service give applicants the best chance.
Official Michigan resources
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