How do I get a criminal conviction expunged?
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How do I get a criminal conviction expunged?
Asked on February 21, 2013 under Criminal Law, California
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You give no details of your situation. The fact is that not all people qualify to have a conviction "expunged" (i.e. cleared from thier criminal history record). For example typically only first time offenders are eligible. The same holds true with respect to the offense involved (i.e. felony versus misdemeanor). For example, in many states only misdemeanors can be expunged). And, even in qualifying cases, the laws outling the process for expungement vary from state-to state.
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