InstantForum 2016-2 FinaltheForumhttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/theForumFri, 24 Apr 2026 11:13:41 GMT20https://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost22163.aspxOur helpline receives many calls from individuals enquiring about the removal of cautions and convictions from the Police National Computer. <br/><br/>We've just <a href="https://hub.unlock.org.uk/knowledgebase/retention-deletion-police-records/">updated our information</a>, setting out the process which needs to be followed when applying to have cautions/convictions removed and the likely chances of success.<br/><br/>We have previously sought information from solicitors regarding the deletion of cautions and have been informed that as the acceptance of a caution requires an individual to accept responsibility for their offence then, it's unlikely that it would be possible to have a caution removed.<br/><br/>If you've been through the process and successfully had a caution or conviction removed, we'd love to hear from you.<br/><br/><br/>Wed, 31 Aug 2016 15:20:03 GMTDeb S