Expungement

Being convicted of a crime can make life more difficult even after the criminal penalties have been paid. Unfortunately, a conviction shows up in a background check. This can make getting a job or even finding an apartment very difficult. That is why it is ideal to talk to a Duluth expungement lawyer as soon as possible.

At Andrew & Poole, P.A., you get an honest and straightforward answer as to whether you can have a criminal conviction expunged. Not all convictions qualify, but many, particularly low-level offenses, may qualify. Although expungement is never guaranteed, it can be worth pursuing when the mark on your record is causing great hardship.

If you can prove rehabilitation and it has been at least two years since a conviction, then you may qualify. However, the following offenses can’t be expunged:

• Criminal sexual conduct
• Kidnapping
• Murder
• Indecent exposure

The ideal way to find out if you are eligible for expungement is to talk to a Duluth expungement lawyer. Once you start the process, the deadlines are very strict. Your attorney will ensure those deadlines are met and guide you throughout the entire process.

Once an expungement is granted, it can take up to 60 days for your record to be sealed. Law enforcement will be able to see the criminal conviction on your record, but landlords and employers won’t be able to see anything. Anyone who would do a background check on you wouldn’t see the conviction, which means you can find meaningful employment, a nice place to live, and even go back to school. There are many possibilities for your future when your criminal record is sealed. That is why it is worth talking to a Northern Minnesota expungement attorney as soon as possible.

If you have been charged or convicted of a crime and need it removed from your record to get a job or find a place to live, expungement may be a possibility. Although not every expungement is granted, there is a possibility that your record could be sealed so you can move forward with your life in the most productive way possible.