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We do all the complex and complicated expungements in NJ. The expungement laws have been changed and are changing again with the legalization of marijuana. We would be honored to represent you. We work closely with the prosecutor and judge. Please call asap. No charge for the call. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
We do all the complex and complicated expungements in NJ. The expungement laws have been changed and are changing again with the legalization of... 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

Can my record be expunged?

Answered 5 years ago by Ryan L Hyde (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
You would not be able to get a garden variety expungement.  You would need a pardon first.  
You would not be able to get a garden variety expungement.  You would need a pardon first.  

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

FINRA

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
We have done FINRA 'expungements'. These are 'fact sensitive' based upon the charges and the findings. What were the charges ? What were the findings ? One must be extremely well prepared to win these cases. Please call to discuss. Please also check my finance background as well as my legal background. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ... Read More
We have done FINRA 'expungements'. These are 'fact sensitive' based upon the charges and the findings. What were the charges ? What were the findings... Read More

I was 16 when I got a grand theft charge I was charger as in adult and was sentenced to 7 years 6months this has affected me very badly

Answered 5 years and 3 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
You apparetnly have an adjudication. You can neither seal nor expunge your record
You apparetnly have an adjudication. You can neither seal nor expunge your record

Iโ€™m getting a Masters Degree at age 62. I want to work in my field a few years. Can I get two felonies expunged from my record

Answered 5 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/Seal-and-Expunge-Process/Reasons-for-Denial  
http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/Seal-and-Expunge-Process/Reasons-for-Denial  

how to get a gun if a felony charged was dismissed

Answered 5 years and 5 months ago by Ryan L Hyde (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
If the charge was dismissed as you say you can simply apply for expungement.  If it was part of a larger agreement where other charges were pleaded to, the Commonwealth may argue that to preserve the record it should remain.  However, it is up to the judges discretion at that point.  If your case was simply expunged you are eligible to have the charges removed and can file the appropriate petition with the local clerk of courts.  ... Read More
If the charge was dismissed as you say you can simply apply for expungement.  If it was part of a larger agreement where other charges were... Read More

Expungement

Answered 5 years and 6 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
It depends if you were adjudicated and what the charge was.   go to the FDLE website and there is a checklist or retain counsel
It depends if you were adjudicated and what the charge was.   go to the FDLE website and there is a checklist or retain counsel

I would like to have my criminal record expunged and the right to carry a firearm in Florida.

Answered 5 years and 6 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
If you were adjudicated a felon, then you cannot get anything sealed and cannot possess a firearm   If you were adjudicated for any offense anywhere you cannot get your record sealed.   You are not eligible under all circumstances to have anything expunged since your charges were not dismissed... Read More
If you were adjudicated a felon, then you cannot get anything sealed and cannot possess a firearm   If you were adjudicated for any offense... Read More

"can i own a firearm if i was convicted of a non violent felony in florida (40) years ago and it was expunged?".

Answered 5 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
if it was expinged it means the charges were dismissued   if it was sealed it means you were not adjudicated a felon.   If it was a domestic violence than you cannot regardless of adjudication
if it was expinged it means the charges were dismissued   if it was sealed it means you were not adjudicated a felon.   If it was a... 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
You should be eligible for an expungement, especially if you have been a law abiding citizen after getting into trouble. The expungment will have to be filed in the county in which the charges were picked up. If your charges were in Guilford or Alamance county NC, give me a call. 336 447 4505... Read More
You should be eligible for an expungement, especially if you have been a law abiding citizen after getting into trouble. The expungment will have to... Read More

Do I have a case for an expungements

Answered 5 years and 9 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
You were adjudicated. You cannot seal nor expunge anything.
You were adjudicated. You cannot seal nor expunge anything.

Can wife own a gun if husbands record has been sealed

Answered 5 years and 9 months ago by Murat Erkan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Hi there Allison,   While there are more circumstances to consider, and the decision as to whether a firearm license should be granted is generally in the discretion of the police chief, the answer to your question is "yes."   The Massachusetts firearms licensing laws are found here:  https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/Parti/Titlexx/Chapter140/Section131 A right to carry a firearm is a personal right.  I don't see the disqualification of one household member as a categorical basis to exclude another from exercise if their constitutional right to bear arms - provided that the firearm was adequately controlled, secured, and otherwise in compliance with the law.   Second, a sealed record is not a basis for disqualification from possession of a firearm.  Depending on whether the record is sealed or expunged, the record may or may not be accessible to law enforcment.  Assuming the record is sealed (not expunged), your husband's prior convictions may or may not disqualify him from firearm possession.  Not all criminal offenses result in the loss of the right to own a firearm.   We can discuss the specifics if you like.  Please feel free to reach out to my office at (978) 474-0054, or check out my website at www.erkanlaw.com  ... Read More
Hi there Allison,   While there are more circumstances to consider, and the decision as to whether a firearm license should be granted is... Read More

Arson expungements

Answered 5 years and 9 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
We do the difficult and complex expungements. We are immediately available to discuss your matter. Please call. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235
We do the difficult and complex expungements. We are immediately available to discuss your matter. Please call. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235

Expungement criteria in NJ

Answered 5 years and 9 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
The expungement laws are being significantly changed in June 2020. They will be more liberal and more forgiving. We will need your exact conviction and sentence. We can determine if we can expunge same or seek clemency. We have had good fortune pursing both paths. Please call immediately to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
The expungement laws are being significantly changed in June 2020. They will be more liberal and more forgiving. We will need your exact conviction... Read More
If the charge was disposed of by a not guilty finding or a motion nolle prosequi, it is eligible for an expungement. Expungement is a civil filing that you must proactively act to file. It does not happen automatically or by right.  If you were found guilty of anything, those matters are not eligible for expungement. ... Read More
If the charge was disposed of by a not guilty finding or a motion nolle prosequi, it is eligible for an expungement. Expungement is a civil filing... Read More

Do 5 years need to pass before I can file for expungement in Pennsylvania?

Answered 5 years and 10 months ago by Ryan L Hyde (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
You need to be crime free for 5 years from your cinvixtion date to expunge a summary criminal charge.  If they were misdemeanors yiu need ten years to have them sealed.  
You need to be crime free for 5 years from your cinvixtion date to expunge a summary criminal charge.  If they were misdemeanors yiu need ten... Read More

Do court fees have to be paid in full in order to seal a case

Answered 6 years ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
You will not be allowed to seal a file if you owe costs
You will not be allowed to seal a file if you owe costs

In the state of Tennessee, can I own a gun after I've had a felony expunged from North Carolina? It was a drug charge.

Answered 6 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Call the Department of Safety Gun Permit Section and ask them this question.
Call the Department of Safety Gun Permit Section and ask them this question.
Under Labor Code section 432.7, an arrest which does not result in convictions cannot be considered for employment purposes. However, there are two big caveats to that rule. First, Macy's obviously can continue to refuse to employ you. Second, institutions insured by the FDIC (banks) may not employ anyone charged with theft or fraud, even if the charges were dropped. You may ask the FDIC for consideration under the de minimis rule, but that would be something you'd have to do on your own. ... Read More
Under Labor Code section 432.7, an arrest which does not result in convictions cannot be considered for employment purposes. However, there are two... Read More

Expungement

Answered 6 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
The actual date is when you have completed all your responsibilities under the sentence. For example, paid all the fines and completed probation. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600
The actual date is when you have completed all your responsibilities under the sentence. For example, paid all the fines and completed probation. Ed... Read More

DO I HAVE ANY CHANCE OF GETTYNG A SIMPLE ASSAULT `EXPUNGED

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Yes, under certain conditions,  there is a way to get the assault charge expunged from your record. Call me and I will explain.
Yes, under certain conditions,  there is a way to get the assault charge expunged from your record. Call me and I will explain.

How do I go about getting a terrorist threat removed from my record?

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
The key is the precise statute which you violated and the precise sentence which you received and your completion of the sentence requirements. The Judgment of Conviction sets forth the actual conviction and sentence. We can answer your questions and we can explain the expungemt process. We are immediately available to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235. Please call now. ... Read More
The key is the precise statute which you violated and the precise sentence which you received and your completion of the sentence requirements. The... Read More