{"id":2067,"date":"2021-03-11T09:00:02","date_gmt":"2021-03-11T09:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/delaughterbailbonds.com\/blog\/?p=2067"},"modified":"2021-03-08T14:12:07","modified_gmt":"2021-03-08T14:12:07","slug":"how-to-get-a-criminal-conviction-off-your-record","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/delaughterbailbonds.com\/blog\/how-to-get-a-criminal-conviction-off-your-record\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get A Criminal Conviction Off Your Record?"},"content":{"rendered":"

A criminal record holds complete details of a person’s criminal convictions and arrests maintained by the US Police department and the criminal justice system<\/a>. Stats show that every 1 in 3 American adults\u2014almost 70 million people in the country\u2014have a criminal record. This means that at least 30 million US kids<\/a> have one parent with a felonious history.<\/p>\n

Having criminal records limit your access to many things. From adopting a kid, renting a home, and traveling to driving and immigrating, an active criminal record<\/a> can affect several aspects of your life. Stats show that nearly every 9 in 10 employers and 4 in 5 landlords run a background check<\/a> before hiring a candidate or choosing a rental application.<\/p>\n

Fortunately, in the US, criminal records can be expunged, sealed, or limited for public access under certain circumstances. Let\u2019s find out more about them.<\/p>\n

What is Criminal Record Expungement?<\/h2>\n

Criminal record expungement refers to the process of sealing or limiting access to an individual\u2019s arrest and conviction records. The limitations to expunge a criminal record varies from state to state.<\/p>\n

Generally, it\u2019s easier to expunge a criminal record that contains minor misconducts or misdemeanors<\/a>. But serious felonies, violent, sex crimes, or DWIs are quite difficult to expunge or seal.<\/p>\n

How Can I Get My Criminal Record Expunged?<\/h2>\n

Most states<\/a>\u00a0offer some arrangement of criminal record expungement or sealing. But the federal government doesn\u2019t have an outlined mechanism. If you want to expunge or seal your criminal record, you\u2019d have to file a petition and appear in court.<\/p>\n

Based on your record’s severity, you might be required to serve a waiting period without reoffending. While this process might seem simple, it can cost hundreds of dollars<\/a> in legal and administrative fee.<\/p>\n

Eligibility<\/h2>\n

Expunging your criminal record is akin to starting with a clean slate. Therefore, convicts need to understand the legalities and regulations that surround this process.<\/p>\n

Start by checking your state’s criminal court rules or contact the law enforcement agency that handled your case. Here are some important questions you must ask yourself when applying for an expungement:<\/p>\n