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can i do it my self

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Twice asked. Dismissed or plea? If plea you cannot seal nor expunge
Twice asked. Dismissed or plea? If plea you cannot seal nor expunge

Can I get a fraud charge and grand theft charge that was dropped expunged in florida?

Answered 6 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Sounds like you need the skill of a lawyer   contact one directly
Sounds like you need the skill of a lawyer   contact one directly

Is it possible to expunge two charges from 2016 in Virginia?

Answered 6 years and 9 months ago by attorney Karen A. Leiser   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
It's impossible to tell from the information you provided whether your charges would be eligible for expungement, because it's not clear what you pleaded.  If you pleaded guilty, then no you will not be able to expunge.  If you pleaded not guilty, then it's possible if there was no conviction.  It appears that Rockingham County is not included in the state online information, so I can't look up your cases online.  You would have to get a copy of the case disposition from the court and see what it says.  If you do that, be sure to get a certified copy so that you can use it in filing your expungement petition, if you are eligible. ... Read More
It's impossible to tell from the information you provided whether your charges would be eligible for expungement, because it's not clear what you... Read More

Can i own a gun after my dv misdemear is expunged in tenneessee

Answered 6 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Call the Department of Safety, Gun Permit Section and ask it your question.
Call the Department of Safety, Gun Permit Section and ask it your question.

Can a summary retail theft be expunged from your record before five years?

Answered 7 years ago by Ryan L Hyde (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Yes.  You pleaded guilty to a summary criminal matter.  Summaries have a 5 year waiting period for expungement.  
Yes.  You pleaded guilty to a summary criminal matter.  Summaries have a 5 year waiting period for expungement.  

Can you get an felony off your record?

Answered 7 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
There is a process of getting the felony expunged but there are certain conditions that apply. You will need to consult with an attorney to see if you qualify.
There is a process of getting the felony expunged but there are certain conditions that apply. You will need to consult with an attorney to see if... Read More

Getting my right to vote back.

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
If you were adjudicated a felon and Virginia did not restore your rights you definitely can NOT vote 
If you were adjudicated a felon and Virginia did not restore your rights you definitely can NOT vote 

How long must I wait before applying to expunge my criminal record?

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Since you have been adjudicated, you cannot seal nor expunge any record
Since you have been adjudicated, you cannot seal nor expunge any record

Government website will not remove my case information online after getting the case dismissed and expunged.

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
If an expungement order was entered, then is should be expunged. The only that I can suggest is that you hire an attorney to have it removed from the site.
If an expungement order was entered, then is should be expunged. The only that I can suggest is that you hire an attorney to have it removed from the... Read More

I have a question

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Juvenile offenses are sealed.  No one can find it unless you tell them.  A juvenile record is different.
Juvenile offenses are sealed.  No one can find it unless you tell them.  A juvenile record is different.

My son has one a conviction . He is claasified as a felon for trying to obtain money under false - not sure of the facts

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
If the time period for filing an appeal is passed, then talking with someone about getting the conviction set aside is a waste of time. Depending on the facts, he might be elgible to have the charge expunged. Feel free to contact me by email or on my cell phone.
If the time period for filing an appeal is passed, then talking with someone about getting the conviction set aside is a waste of time. Depending on... Read More

today i was charged with theift under 1000 although it was only 100 worth of merchandise what is usually the outcome of this? jail , probation?

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Since I don't know your criminal record or the facts around your case, I can not answer the question that you posed. Sorry.
Since I don't know your criminal record or the facts around your case, I can not answer the question that you posed. Sorry.

I was arrested in 2010 in S. Dakota for possession of drug paraphernalia, and Ingest Intoxicant other than alcohol. Am I able to have this expunged?

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
You need a South Dakota lawyer.  Use the same guy you used for the initial charge.
You need a South Dakota lawyer.  Use the same guy you used for the initial charge.

Trying to get my record expunged

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Go to the clierk of the court in in the county where you were convicted and ask them for their procedure for getting a charge  expunged. They will tell you if you need an attorney or not.
Go to the clierk of the court in in the county where you were convicted and ask them for their procedure for getting a charge  expunged. They... Read More

How long does it take to get your records expunged

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Look on the FDLE website and you will see they are woking on the December 2017 applications.   But yu should start immediately. The longer you wait to start, the longer it will take to complete
Look on the FDLE website and you will see they are woking on the December 2017 applications.   But yu should start immediately. The longer you... Read More

Expunging a Juvenile Record

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
So what hasn't he contacted a lawyer to initiate the process?
So what hasn't he contacted a lawyer to initiate the process?

Federal Expungement

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Feel free to send me an email (patrickjohnson@jsblaw.com) or call me on my cell phone (615-646-9417)
Feel free to send me an email (patrickjohnson@jsblaw.com) or call me on my cell phone (615-646-9417)

I'm having a problem getting my LPN license due to a prior dwi. Looking for a lawyer who can help in the state of NJ

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
The DUI cannot be expunged. However, we work closely with the licensing board to have doctors and nurses admitted or re-admitted. We have one doctor who had five DUI convictions including two in one month. Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600 or 201-892-4824
The DUI cannot be expunged. However, we work closely with the licensing board to have doctors and nurses admitted or re-admitted. We have one doctor... Read More

Cost for expungement D felony and misdemeaner OWI

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by Michael D. Babcock (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
It sounds like you would be eligible for expungment.  Cost depends on the amount of charges and location of same.   Once we go over your entire history a price can be given.  I can tell you normal range is aournd $1,500. 
It sounds like you would be eligible for expungment.  Cost depends on the amount of charges and location of same.   Once we go over... Read More

Can I get indecent exposure charged expunged in Pennsylvania?

Answered 7 years and 10 months ago by Ryan L Hyde (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Pennsylvania in the last few years has passed new legislation (called Act 5) which does permit the sealing of certain minor, non-violent criminal charges.  In general you have to be crime free for 7-10 years from the time your penalty was served.  There are, however, exceptions for crimes which require reporting under the various iterations of Megan's Law.  Initially it appears the indecent exposure may exclude you from relief.  It would be worth your time to consult with an attorney to see whether you are eligible.  If you are not eligible the only way to have these charges removed from your record is to apply for a pardon from the governor.  This is not a quick process and often times an attorneys touch can help with the application process.  Good luck.  ... Read More
Pennsylvania in the last few years has passed new legislation (called Act 5) which does permit the sealing of certain minor, non-violent criminal... Read More

I have two domestic charges in Trenton IL that need to be expunged. I need to do it in the next ten days or so. I live in Murfreesboro TN.

Answered 7 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
You need to contact an attorney in Illinois to find out about the expungement laws there.
You need to contact an attorney in Illinois to find out about the expungement laws there.

How much to sponge a case from Memphis ?

Answered 7 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Contact the court where the charge was started against you and ask the clerk how to get the charge expunged.
Contact the court where the charge was started against you and ask the clerk how to get the charge expunged.

Is there a statue of limitation in my situation

Answered 7 years and 11 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
I can't understand your question. You were charged. Then what happened with the charge? Were you convicted. What was the charge.   The statute (with second t) of limitations varies depending on the charge.
I can't understand your question. You were charged. Then what happened with the charge? Were you convicted. What was the charge.   The statute... Read More

I have a deferred judgment ruling and complied with the courts. I wish to have the case expunged /sealed. How do I go about doing so?

Answered 8 years ago by Derry Dale Sadler (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
This office helps to seal records like your's. A deferred judgement can and should be sealed. I have over 40 years of experience ion such matters. Feel free to call me at 303-289-8008. The phone consult is free.   /s/ D. Dale Sadler Sadler Law Office FAITH LEGAL SERVICES 
This office helps to seal records like your's. A deferred judgement can and should be sealed. I have over 40 years of experience ion such matters.... Read More

Want to work with Gov as Cyber Division

Answered 8 years ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
If you pled for any charge you are not eligible for expungement. You msy br eligible for sealing. However, you cannot seal a charge of domestic violence
If you pled for any charge you are not eligible for expungement. You msy br eligible for sealing. However, you cannot seal a charge of domestic... Read More
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