QUESTION
How do you remove a retail fraud arrest from your record?
Asked on Oct 03rd, 2011 on Criminal Law - Michigan
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I am 18 years old and was recently arrested for retail fraud. I have never been in trouble and am considered a great kid in my hometown. Fortutately, I will possibily be getting it dismissed for pleading guilty and receiving fines, community service, and 6 months probation. I was wondering is there a way to remove the arrest from my record and will that be problematic in getting having a career?
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There is a way to attempt to get the arrest off your record. If your case was handled correctly at the trial level and the plea bargain was structured in the best way possible, it may not be necessary to get the arrest "expunged" because it would never appear in the first place. www.notafraidtowin.com. You should speak to your lawyer about your concerns. If he or she does not have an answer that is satisfactory to you, maybe you should consider making a change in your representation.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 1:45 PM
If you are convicted, a request to expunge it from your record cannot be made for 5 years. Whether it has an affect on your career will depend on whether a criminal background check is done.
Answered on Oct 06th, 2011 at 1:42 PM
Jacob P. Sartz
If the case gets dismissed, you can ask to have your fingerprints destroyed and removed from the system. There are a series of steps you would need to take. I'd recommend contacting an attorney if you are interested. Theoretically, someone running a background check may see certain case information, but the bottom line is that it was dismissed.
Answered on Oct 06th, 2011 at 1:35 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
Yes, a conviction of theft is problematic to having a career. You should get a lawyer and the attorney can try set it up so that if you do what the court asks then you have no conviction. You need an attorney. Do not just plead guilty.
Answered on Oct 06th, 2011 at 1:20 AM
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A procedure which may be helpful is expungement. You would need to wait 5 years from the conviction, have no other misdemeanors or felonies, and then file the appropriate petition. This can result in a return of fingerprints and removal of more information from the lien system. You should direct your questions to your attorney.
Answered on Oct 06th, 2011 at 1:13 AM
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It sounds like what you might be referring to is a diversion program, which is typical for first time offenders in your situation. Upon successful completion, the conviction will not appear on your public record and will not even appear on your public record in the meantime. It really is a good deal. Since you are between the ages of 17 and 21 HYTA would also be a possibility if for some reason you are not eligible for diversion. It should not hurt you in your career path at all since it is not a part of your public record.
Answered on Oct 05th, 2011 at 4:18 PM