If my son got arrested for shoplifting 9 years ago and he is now in nursing school and this showed up on a background check, how does he clear his record?
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If my son got arrested for shoplifting 9 years ago and he is now in nursing school and this showed up on a background check, how does he clear his record?
Asked on January 26, 2012 under Criminal Law, Mississippi
Answers:
Kelly Broadbent / Broadbent & Taylor
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
In Massachusetts, your son would have to file a petition to seal with either the court that the charges were brought in or the board of probation, depending on several factors.
Another possibility is to file a motion to reopen the case and to enter a dismissal.
He should contact a local attorney to discuss what the best option is to move forward.
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