WOLF, J.
The appellant challenges an order denying his petition to seal criminal records. He claims the trial court abused its discretion by denying his petition to seal. We agree and hold that the trial court abused its discretion by denying the appellant's petition to seal without hearing evidence on the issue or providing a reason based on the facts and circumstances for its denial.
The appellant was charged with lewd or lascivious molestation. Following...
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