Is a Personal Review the same as a certified copy of my record?

No. FDLE says the record returned by a Personal Review contains no demographic information and cannot be used for immigration, employment, licensing or certification purposes. FDLE has a separate process for certified copies.

Can I request a Personal Review for someone else?

FDLE says only individuals, or their designated attorneys, can request a Personal Review of their own record, and not to find out whether another person has a record.

Do I need a Personal Review before applying to seal or expunge?

FDLE's seal and expunge FAQ says obtaining a copy of your record or a Personal Review is not a prerequisite to applying for a Certificate of Eligibility.

Florida criminal records resource

Reviewing your own Florida criminal history record (FDLE Personal Review)

FDLE offers a process called Personal Review that lets a person request a copy of their own Florida criminal history record to check that it is accurate and complete. This page explains what FDLE says the process is for, what it is not, and where to start on FDLE's site.

Not legal advice. AnswerSignalApp is not a law firm and does not give legal advice. This page summarizes, in general terms, what the official sources linked below say, and points you to them.

FDLE Personal Review page

What FDLE says Personal Review is for

FDLE's page explains that Florida Statutes section 943.056 lets individuals request a copy of their Florida criminal history record for personal review, to ensure it is accurate and complete, and that the requester may examine the record and challenge inaccurate or incomplete information. If no record is found, FDLE returns a "no record" response.

Personal Review is an FDLE records process. It is not legal advice, and reviewing your record does not change it or decide anything about it.

What FDLE says you need

The Personal Review form linked from FDLE's page.
A copy of your fingerprints taken by a law enforcement or criminal justice agency. FDLE notes that many local police departments and sheriff's offices offer fingerprinting; contact them for fees and appointments.
FDLE's current mailing instructions, as shown on its page.

What it is not

Not a certified copy for immigration, employment, licensing or certification purposes.
Not a way to look up another person's record.
Not a sealing or expungement request — see the sealing and expungement starting guide.

Keep it out of intake forms

If you later submit a criminal-defense request, describe the matter in general terms. Do not paste your record, fingerprints, or identification numbers into the form.

Official sources for this page

Keep sensitive identifiers out of your request

Share only what is needed for an intake review. Please do not submit Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, medical record numbers, insurance member IDs, financial account numbers, passwords, or images of identity documents. If a participating lawyer needs additional detail, they can request it directly through their own secure process.

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If you tell us you already have a lawyer for this matter, we do not route the matter to another participating lawyer, and we will not contact your current lawyer for you. Any questions about your current representation belong with your current lawyer.

Editorial note: Sources and limits: FDLE's Personal Review page and question 4 of FDLE's Seal & Expunge FAQ, as read on October 19, 2026 and rechecked at FDLE's current web addresses on November 11, 2026. Forms, addresses and fees can change; confirm them on FDLE's site. It was compiled internally by AnswerSignalApp from the linked official sources and was not written or reviewed by an attorney. It is not legal advice. Official guidance can change after the review date. Last internally reviewed: October 19, 2026.

Informational guides only — not legal advice.

Florida record sealing and expungement: where to startThe FDLE Certificate of Eligibility step and official FDLE links.
Why an arrest can still show after charges were droppedFDLE's explanation of arrest and disposition records.
Florida arrest action checklistWhat to keep, what to describe at intake, and what never to write down.
All Florida legal resourcesEvery guide, grouped by injury, insurance, criminal, records and lawyer topics.

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FDLE Personal Review FAQ

Is a Personal Review the same as a certified copy of my record?: No. FDLE says the record returned by a Personal Review contains no demographic information and cannot be used for immigration, employment, licensing or certification purposes. FDLE has a separate process for certified copies.
Can I request a Personal Review for someone else?: FDLE says only individuals, or their designated attorneys, can request a Personal Review of their own record, and not to find out whether another person has a record.
Do I need a Personal Review before applying to seal or expunge?: FDLE's seal and expunge FAQ says obtaining a copy of your record or a Personal Review is not a prerequisite to applying for a Certificate of Eligibility.

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