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I want to know if I can get my felony expunged off my record

Answered 4 years and 4 months ago by attorney Dana B. Carron   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
It  depends on your prior record before that conviction.  Call myself or another attorney that handles expungements, and go in to more detail.
It  depends on your prior record before that conviction.  Call myself or another attorney that handles expungements, and go in to more... Read More

2nd degree araon no other record at all just that

Answered 4 years and 6 months ago by attorney J. Allen Fiorletta   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
You may be able to, based on the limited information that you have provided.
You may be able to, based on the limited information that you have provided.

How much does it cost to get a felony expunged?

Answered 4 years and 7 months ago by attorney Dana B. Carron   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Attorney fees vary, based on experience and competency.  My associate, Mr. Leaf, does these, and can be reached at (248)687-9993, or you can use anyone else that you find here who does these.
Attorney fees vary, based on experience and competency.  My associate, Mr. Leaf, does these, and can be reached at (248)687-9993, or you can use... Read More

Embezzlement in Michigan

Answered 4 years and 11 months ago by attorney J. Allen Fiorletta   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Based on what you have written, you are eligible. 
Based on what you have written, you are eligible. 

I have 2 felony convictions from 1984 no prison time just a year in jail and 5 years probation all completed successfully. Can i get those expunged?

Answered 4 years and 11 months ago by attorney Dana B. Carron   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Yes.  You should be able to get those expunged.  I would be glad to speak with you in this regard, or you can use the information that you find on this site to help you find another attorney that handles expungements, to help you.
Yes.  You should be able to get those expunged.  I would be glad to speak with you in this regard, or you can use the information that you... Read More

Michigan's new expungement law / restoration of gun rights

Answered 4 years and 11 months ago by attorney Dana B. Carron   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
I am not sure exactly waht you are asking here.  If you contact any attorney here that handles expungements, you should be able to have this taken care of.
I am not sure exactly waht you are asking here.  If you contact any attorney here that handles expungements, you should be able to have this... Read More

Felony expungement in Petoskey, MI

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by attorney J. Allen Fiorletta   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
The expungement process is very detail-oriented and requires service of process on multiple entities. Also, proper preparation for the hearing is important. If you are unsuccessful in your Application, you will have to wait quite a while before trying again. It would be to your advantage to have an experienced expungement lawyer working with you in this case.... Read More
The expungement process is very detail-oriented and requires service of process on multiple entities. Also, proper preparation for the hearing is... Read More

Expunged

Answered 5 years and 8 months ago by attorney J. Allen Fiorletta   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Good morning...   Your criminal conviction may be expunged if you meet certain requirements. Certain criminal offenses may not be expunged. Currently our expungement cases are taking approximately 4-5 months from start-to-finish, depending on the Court. Feel free to give me a call and I can tell you whether you would qualify for an expungement.   J. Allen Fiorletta... Read More
Good morning...   Your criminal conviction may be expunged if you meet certain requirements. Certain criminal offenses may not be expunged.... Read More

Can a 2nd misdemeanor be expunged from my record?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
If eligible, yes. The new Law calls for up to two misdemeanors and one felony are eligible for expungement.
If eligible, yes. The new Law calls for up to two misdemeanors and one felony are eligible for expungement.

Is it possible to expunge an armed robbery charge?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Dean P. Valente (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Need 5 years post-conviction to be eligible for expungement.
Need 5 years post-conviction to be eligible for expungement.

Had a lawyer do an expungement and yet the offense is still showing up on bg checks and I never received paperwork from my lawyer showing it gone

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Ms. I'Lanta M. Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
I am sorry to hear about your issue. You should first contact the attorney who assisted you with the expungement to investigatet the matter. You may also contact the court where you were convicited and request a copy of any order setting aside your conviction. It is not unusual for certain back ground checks to reveal a conviction. It does depend on the circumstances. Your attorney should be able to explain to you in more detail.  Best of Luck... Read More
I am sorry to hear about your issue. You should first contact the attorney who assisted you with the expungement to investigatet the matter. You may... Read More

Felonious Assault(2004) no bodily harm committed and no prison time.Need motion filed to have the court order a matter a misdemeanor, at the least.

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Ms. I'Lanta M. Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Based upon the information you provided you may need to follow up with the court and get a copy of your file. You will need to find out what the court order specifically says regarding your understanding that the charge will be reduced. If you determine the court paperwork says your charge should have been reduced, you may attempt to contact the prosecutor for an explaination.  In any event you may need to file a motion with the court to request an court order reducing the charges. Best of luck.... Read More
Based upon the information you provided you may need to follow up with the court and get a copy of your file. You will need to find out what the... Read More

780.621 Appeared simple at first (?) - Do I qualify to set aside a single felony conviction (with only one felony and one traffic conviction)

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Ms. I'Lanta M. Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Based upon the information you provided you could be eligiable for the felony conviction to be set aside. You must have no more that one felony on your record and no more than two misdeamnors to qualify for the felony expungment.  I would be glad to help you. Can you give me information on where you recieved the felony conviction? ... Read More
Based upon the information you provided you could be eligiable for the felony conviction to be set aside. You must have no more that one felony on... Read More

If my son has a larceny charge under $200, it's a misdemeanor, what are his odds actually getting it expunged?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
With an attorney, assuming he is otherwise qualified, he has s decent chance. It all depends on the judge.
With an attorney, assuming he is otherwise qualified, he has s decent chance. It all depends on the judge.

Can you get a 35 year old firearm felony expunged?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Very likely, depending on many other factors.
Very likely, depending on many other factors.

Can you get a 35 year old firearm felony expunged?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by James S. Lawrence (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Yes, if it is the only felony you have, and if you have no more than 2 misdemeanors. Expungement is still in the discretion of the judge, or his successor in office.
Yes, if it is the only felony you have, and if you have no more than 2 misdemeanors. Expungement is still in the discretion of the judge, or his... Read More

Can you get a 35 year old firearm felony expunged?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Michael B. Dungan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Sure, as long as you don't have any other felony convictions, and you don't have more than two misdemeanor convictions.
Sure, as long as you don't have any other felony convictions, and you don't have more than two misdemeanor convictions.

Can an attorney work with my gun rights restoration?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Yes- Depending on the type of felony, there are procedures and rules to follow to move to set aside the public conviction.
Yes- Depending on the type of felony, there are procedures and rules to follow to move to set aside the public conviction.

Can I have an assault charge expunged or set aside and can I have my gun rights restored?

Answered 9 years ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Yes, assuming no other criminal matters in your history, you are eligible.
Yes, assuming no other criminal matters in your history, you are eligible.

How can I get a UDAA felony removed so I can own a firearm legally?

Answered 9 years and 4 months ago by Michael B. Dungan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
If that is your only felony conviction, and you only have 2 or less misdemeanor convictions, you are eligible for the expungement process, also called an Application to Set Aside a Conviction. If you are eligible and successful, the felony will go away.
If that is your only felony conviction, and you only have 2 or less misdemeanor convictions, you are eligible for the expungement process, also... Read More

What do I do if in October, I am eligible to apply to have my criminal record expunged?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Under current law, the time starts counting at the end of probation, not sentencing. Unless you didn't have probation.
Under current law, the time starts counting at the end of probation, not sentencing. Unless you didn't have probation.

Can 2 felonies for possession with intent to deliver cocaine be expunged in same case if it's 10 years ago?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by James S. Lawrence (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Not if the cases are from Michigan. Sorry. Your only possibilities are: (1) apply to the governor for a pardon; (2) file a motion with the sentencing court seeking to reverse the cases for legal error; (3) wait for the legislature to change the laws on expungement.
Not if the cases are from Michigan. Sorry. Your only possibilities are: (1) apply to the governor for a pardon; (2) file a motion with the... Read More

How do I get my felony dropped to misdemeanor?

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by Michael B. Dungan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
If you had an actual plea agreement from the judge and prosecutor to reduce to a misdemeanor, you have a right to have that enforced, although it may be a matter of the proper paperwork was not filed when you were discharged from probation.
If you had an actual plea agreement from the judge and prosecutor to reduce to a misdemeanor, you have a right to have that enforced, although it may... Read More

If I sue, how long will the process take and will I receive any settlement money?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
You can sue, you might win but if she has no money you will have difficulty collecting.
You can sue, you might win but if she has no money you will have difficulty collecting.

How can I expunge a past criminal record and a recent misdemeanor case?

Answered 10 years ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
The law has expanded recently on expungements. If you'd like to discuss your eligibility, call me or write.
The law has expanded recently on expungements. If you'd like to discuss your eligibility, call me or write.
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