How do I expunge my Class C felony record?
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How do I expunge my Class C felony record?
I was convicted of a Class C Felony charge for Delivery of Marijuana 6 years ago. This was my first time in trouble and I have not been in trouble since. I would like to expunge my record so that I can get a job. How do I do that and can I do it without a criminal law attorney? I have the forms and instructions but I just want to make sure I don’t need representation. In Tacoma, WA.
Asked on August 17, 2011 Washington
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
In order to have a felony conviction expunged in Washington with respect to yourself, you will need to compete the forms, file them, pay any filing fee, serve a copy upon the district attorney's office and wait for a hearing date with any opposition that could be filed to the application by the district attorney's office. If there is opposition, you will need to file and serve a reply to it.
Whether or not the court grants your request is a decision subject to an "abuse of discretion" standard given the circumstances for your conviction and what you have done since this conviction. Meaning, have you stayed out of trouble with the law, done public service, have letters of recommendation and the like?
Most people I know who want a felony conviction expunged retain a criminal defense attorney to do the work as a safeguard. Perhaps this is an option for you?
Good luck.
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