California Expunging Records Attorney
What would it mean to your future to have your record cleared of all charges? If you have been charged with a misdemeanor or felony crime — even if you were never convicted — your criminal record is likely to become the single greatest drawback to getting the job you want.
At the Law Office of Vikas Bajaj, we help people get a fresh start every day. From ensuring your juvenile record is sealed from public review, to expunging misdemeanor charges, our attorneys can help you move into your future free from the mistakes of your past.
Can You Get Your Criminal Record Cleared in Southern California?
People who meet a restrictive set of criteria can pursue the process of expunging their record of misdemeanor or felony charges. Here are some common options:
- Upon completion of a probation sentence for a misdemeanor, you may petition the court to have your record reflect a dismissal, rather than a conviction.
- If you were convicted of a felony and remain on probation, you can petition the court for an early release then seek to reduce your record to a misdemeanor conviction. You can then have the misdemeanor dismissed through the expungement process.
- If you were convicted of a felony and have completed your probation and/or jail time, you can petition the court to have your felony reduced to a misdemeanor and expunged.
- If you served time in a state prison or corrections center, you may petition the court for a certificate of rehabilitation or pardon.
- A conviction for a federal felony offense cannot be expunged unless your conviction was overturned by a federal judge.
Other options for cleaning up your criminal record may be available. The process for clearing your record can be time consuming, complex and frustrating. Often an appeal is required when an initial petition is rejected. Talk to an experienced California criminal defense attorney at the Law Offices of Vikas Bajaj in San Diego.
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There is nothing more valuable than your future. Let us protect it from your past. Contact the Law Office of Vikas Bajaj, APC, for a free consultation with a top-notch San Diego criminal records expungement attorney dedicated to your rights and focused on achieving optimal results in your case.
