Trenton NJ Criminal Record Sealing Attorneys
Have you run into a problem or restriction because of a past arrest and criminal charge, even though you were never convicted? This has become much more common in the Internet age, with extensive background-checking much more accessible for employers and others across the spectrum of society. Not everyone realizes that deleting or sealing police records is possible under some circumstances, through a legal process called expungement.
Putting an Important Legal Option to Work for You
Getting ahead in today's economy and competitive job market is tough enough. Whether you have run into a problem recently or are thinking about your future, we encourage you to contact us to discuss the possibility of expungement. We will provide an honest assessment of whether expunging the record of your misdemeanor or felony arrest is possible and practical, along with a solid estimate of likely costs.
Obtaining Expungements after Acquittals, Dismissals and ARD Sentences
We can effectively pursue an expungement of your record in many situations, including cases in which:
- You were acquitted of a misdemeanor or felony charge
- Charges against you were dropped
- You completed the terms of a suspended or conditional sentence such as Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD)
A Technical Process that Requires a Knowledgeable Attorney
An expungement order is effective and real - it can delete all evidence of your arrest from records accessible to employers and others in the public. However, the procedure for obtaining an expungement is highly technical. You will need an attorney who knows the information required, the process, the right forms and how to file a complete motion with a strong likelihood of success.
The experienced lawyers at our offices in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Bucks County, and Trenton, understand expungement law. We know how to assess your case and take advantage of laws allowing expungement of a criminal record that may hurt your job prospects, get in the way of obtaining a professional license or prevent you from doing other things you want to do.
Please contact us today to discuss your specific situation.
Greg Prosmushkin is the contributing author to this content.
Criminal lawyers in Philadelphia Free Consultation.
