How can I clean up my past criminal record? 13 Answers as of December 13, 2011

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Law Office of Martina Vigil
Law Office of Martina Vigil | Martina A. Vigil
You can hire an attorney to file an expungement for you. A court hearing will likely be required. Under Penal Code Section 1203.4, your plea of guilty can be withdrawn and a plea of not guilty will be entered. After your plea is accepted by the Court, your case will be dismissed pursuant to 1203.4.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 12/13/2011
The Law Offices of Robert L. Driessen
The Law Offices of Robert L. Driessen | Robert L. Driessen
You can contact an attorney and look into an expungement. It will depend on your case as to how this can occur. Typically 1203.4 for misdemeanors and 17b plus a 1203.4 for felony cases.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 12/12/2011
Law Offices of James A Bates
Law Offices of James A Bates | James A Bates
Certain crimes can be partially removed from your record if you file a 1203.4 form. But, be careful. You need to sign a document that says you went through probation with no violations. If you were violated, don't sign it. Also, some crimes cannot be dismissed. Additionally, even if the crimes are dismissed they still must be disclosed by you if you apply for a government license (real estate license, contractor, etc.) It only protects you if you are applying for a job in the private sector.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 12/12/2011
Hammerschmidt Broughton Law | Mark A. Broughton
It depends on what you are trying to "clean up." There are different procedures for juvenile adjudications and adult convictions. And the process may depend on the nature of the charges as well, and what happened at the time. But it can be done, within certain limitations. The best thing to do is contact a good criminal defense attorney in your area. Mention that you would like to have some help to "expunge" your record. He/she will know what questions to ask you and what to do.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 12/12/2011
Rizio & Nelson
Rizio & Nelson | John W. Bussman
You may or may not be eligible for an expungement, but I can't tell for sure without a lot more info.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 12/12/2011
Dennis Roberts, a P.C.
Dennis Roberts, a P.C. | Dennis Roberts
Look at Penal Code Sec. 1203.4. You can get it by California Penal Code
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 12/12/2011
Law Office of Eric Sterkenburg
Law Office of Eric Sterkenburg | Eric Sterkenburg
Depending on your record you can file for an expungement or a certificate of rehabilitation . Each has drawbacks and different qualifications. You should contact an attorney with all your information on the cases in your record to find out your best options.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 12/12/2011
Wise Law Group
Wise Law Group | Michael J. Wise, Esq
You have several options under California law. Our office handles expungements, Pardons and Certificates of rehabilitation.
Answer Applies to: California
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Law Office of Jeff Yeh
Law Office of Jeff Yeh | Jeff Yeh
Hire an attorney to do an expungement.
Answer Applies to: California
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Robert Mortland
Robert Mortland | Law Office of Robert Mortland
Expungement.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 12/12/2011
    Law Office of David Baum
    Law Office of David Baum | David M. Baum
    In California, an expungement (aka dismissal) of your criminal record is available pursuant to Ca. Penal Code 1203.4 for any criminal conviction in which probation was granted, and successfully completed.
    Answer Applies to: California
    Replied: 12/12/2011
    Law Office of Joe Dane
    Law Office of Joe Dane | Joe Dane
    It depends on what's on there and what your punishment was. If you were convicted of infractions (non-traffic), misdemeanors or felonies (but only if you got probation and completed it), you can seek what's commonly called an expungement. It doesn't really wipe anything off your record, but if granted, you can tell most private employers that you have not been convicted of the crimes. If you went to prison, that's not available to you, but other options may be. A local criminal defense attorney can discuss the particulars and assist to try and get this done correctly and efficiently.
    Answer Applies to: California
    Replied: 12/12/2011
    The Law Office of Harry E. Hudson, Jr.
    The Law Office of Harry E. Hudson, Jr. | Harry E. Hudson, Jr.
    There is no such thing as an expungement in California which results in an erasure of your arrests and convictions. You can ask for relief and have those cases where you have not been to prison and u=you completed probation dismissed. If there is sufficient post conviction time, you may also ask for a certificate of rehabilitation.
    Answer Applies to: California
    Replied: 12/12/2011
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