Category: Expungement
Can a Lawyer Help Expunge a Felony from My Record?
by Jonathan Blecher | November 29, 2024 | Expungement
A felony on your record can significantly impact various aspects of your life, including employment, housing, and civil rights. In Florida, while it is possible to have a felony arrest record expunged or sealed if certain conditions are met, it is not possible to expunge a felony conviction. If you are concerned about how to […]
What are the Steps Involved in Expunging a Record?
by Jonathan Blecher | November 1, 2024 | Expungement
Expunging a criminal record can improve your life by removing a past offense from public view. It is a legal process that, if successful, can offer a fresh start for individuals with a criminal history. However, expungement in Florida involves a series of legal steps, requirements, and procedures outlined under Florida Statute 943.0585. To understand […]
How Long Does a Felony Stay on Your Record?
by Jonathan Blecher | August 30, 2024 | Expungement
A felony is a serious crime that carries significant legal consequences and social stigma. In Florida, felonies are classified into several categories, ranging from third-degree felonies, which are the least severe, to capital felonies, which can result in the death penalty. Convictions can lead to long prison sentences, hefty fines, and long-term impacts on employment, […]
Record Clearing Services Denied Because of Outstanding Court Debt
by Jonathan Blecher | March 12, 2022 | Expungement
Serving prison or jail time can feel like the biggest obstacle to moving on with your life after a conviction. However, many Americans who’ve completed their incarceration are still living half-lives. For citizens with criminal records, lingering court fees and fines have made it impossible to move forward after serving their time. The importance of […]
New Legislation to Expunge Marijuana Convictions in Congress
by Jonathan Blecher | December 20, 2021 | Expungement
The Harnessing Opportunities by Pursuing Expungement (HOPE) Act was introduced in Congress on December 2, 2021, to encourage local and state governments to expunge the criminal records of tens of millions of people who have previously been convicted of marijuana-related crimes. Led by Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and Dave Joyce (R-OH), the bill provides $20 […]
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