There are only a few types of misdemeanors that qualify for expungement (your question doesn't specify which misdemeanor you were convicted of), and only if at least 10 years have passed since you completed your imprisonment, probation, or parole for the conviction without having any other misdemeanors or felonies during that 10-year time period. After you have completed the 10-year period, you can file a petition for expungement without assistance of an attorney.
Answered on Jan 31st, 2013 at 7:56 PM