When Asking About Expungement & Record Sealing

To help me answer your questions about clearing your criminal record, please always tell me as much as the following as possible...

1. In what state was arrest or conviction?
2. If applicable, what year were you convicted and when did you finish your sentence, and yes, this includes probation and parole.
3. What other misdemeanor or felonies are on your record and when did they occur.
4. Let me know if you are serving any other sentece.
5. What you were convicted of.


Here is a quick primer on legal terminology that will help us communicate effectively.

1. Charge - This is what you were accused of doing
2. Conviction - This is what you were found guilty, pled guilty, or pled no contest to doing.
3. Arrest - This is when a law enforcement agency brings you into custody
4. Court Case - This is what happens when the state files and "information" or other document with the court against you.