Post-Conviction Relief & Record Clearing
Clearing the Path Forward
When the Case Is Over — But the Consequences Aren’t
Even after a case ends, a conviction can follow you for years — affecting employment, housing, licensing, education, and peace of mind. At Miiko Anderson Law, we know that justice doesn’t stop at the verdict. Our work continues until our clients can truly rebuild their lives.
Miiko’s unique experience as a former Senior Deputy District Attorney and Certified Criminal Law Specialist gives her insight into how agencies and prosecutors interpret criminal records. She uses that knowledge to clear paths that others overlook — helping clients regain freedom, opportunity, and dignity.
Pathways to Relief
California law offers several ways to reduce, dismiss, or seal a criminal record. We help clients determine the most effective path to restore their rights and reputation:
• Expungement – clearing or dismissing eligible convictions.
• Reduction of Felony to Misdemeanor (Penal Code § 17(b)).
• Early Termination of Probation.
• Certificate of Rehabilitation & Governor’s Pardon.
• Record Sealing – arrests or cases that were dismissed.
• Re-sentencing under new California laws (SB 1437, SB 775, AB 2942, and others).
Recent changes in California law have expanded opportunities for post-conviction review and resentencing — even for individuals who were once told that relief was not possible.
How Miiko’s Experience Makes a Difference
You need someone who knows how prosecutors think — and how to show that you’ve changed.
Miiko has appeared in court nearly 13,000 times and has trained prosecutors, judges, and law enforcement nationwide on fairness, trauma, and second chances. She brings that experience to every post-conviction petition, combining technical precision with persuasive storytelling to show the full picture of who her clients are now.
Post-conviction advocacy requires more than paperwork — it requires insight, credibility, and context. That’s what defines Miiko Anderson Law’s approach.
Comprehensive Record Review & Strategy
We begin with a full record review to identify every available form of relief, even for cases that other attorneys may have dismissed as ineligible. Each step is designed to build a persuasive, legally sound argument that reflects the client’s progress and accountability. Our process includes:
Reviewing case files, court minutes, and prior rulings for procedural or statutory relief.
Coordinating with treatment providers, employers, or educators to demonstrate rehabilitation.
Preparing detailed mitigation statements, letters, and supporting evidence.
Filing and arguing motions for dismissal, reduction, or resentencing.
The Goal: Restoration of Rights and Reputation
A record doesn’t have to define a lifetime. Post-conviction relief is about more than clearing a background check — it’s about restoring opportunity, dignity, and self-worth. At Miiko Anderson Law, we believe in second chances that are earned and supported by evidence, growth, and insight.