Can a misdemeanor first offense be expunged?
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Can a misdemeanor first offense be expunged?
I am 18 years old and got pulled over for driving under the influence of marijuana. I got pulled over initially for failing to make a complete stop before turning right on red. The officer lied to me saying his THC breathalyzer said I was “high”. After being arrested I then admitted to smoking 3 hours prior to being pulled over. In AZ.
Asked on November 19, 2011 under Criminal Law, Arizona
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Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
If you have been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance such as marijuana, there is the possibility that the conviction can be expunged later down the road. I would consult with a criminal defense attorney about the chances of getting the conviction expunged.
In my experience, not all petitions to expunge a conviction are granted by the court. The court looks at what the conviction was for, how long ago was the conviction, the reason for the expungement and what the convicted person has done after the conviction.
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