Check your state and local laws on eviction records and sealing or expungement
Obtain a copy of your eviction court record and tenant screening reports
Verify whether the eviction was dismissed, sealed, expunged, or filed in error
File a motion to seal, expunge, or vacate the eviction if your jurisdiction allows it
Request correction or removal from tenant screening companies if the record is inaccurate
Dispute inaccurate information with the court and background screening agencies
Ask the landlord to agree in writing to withdraw, dismiss, or amend the case if possible
Pay any outstanding judgment, fees, or rent if required for record relief
Attend all court hearings and submit required forms on time
Hire a tenant attorney or legal aid service for help with the process
Wait for automatic removal if your state limits how long eviction records can be reported
Keep proof of dismissal, sealing, expungement, or correction for future housing applications