Pay or settle any money owed related to the eviction
Ask the landlord or property manager to withdraw the case if possible
Check whether the eviction was filed in error
File a motion to vacate or set aside the judgment if you have legal grounds
Request the court to seal or expunge the record if your state allows it
Apply for record sealing or expungement after meeting eligibility requirements
Dispute inaccurate information with tenant screening companies
Dispute inaccurate information with credit bureaus if it appears on your credit report
Negotiate with the landlord for a written agreement to remove or update the record
Use a tenant screening correction process to update paid or dismissed cases
Wait for the record to age off if your state limits reporting time
Check your state’s laws on eviction record sealing, expungement, and reporting limits
Consult a tenant attorney or legal aid organization for court-specific options