Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Class 3 Felony Expungement

I have a class 3 felony involving possession and distribution of a controlled substance (mdma). The conviction was in 2001 (more than 7 years). I am currently considering going back to school to study Accounting and can foresee difficulty in finding employment with this felony on my record. I just want a second chance in life to prove I can become a contributing citizen and willing to work hard to prove I am not the same person today as when I committed these crimes. Is it possible to expunge my record and how much will it cost in the state of California? Thanks in advance for your help.


Asked on 6/04/09, 1:05 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: Class 3 Felony Expungement

Many convictions can be 'expunged' by proper application and Motion to the court, but only if there was no prison time served or even sentenced, if it was not for certain sex and DV crimes, and if you completed all terms of probation. Expungement allows you to say 'no' to conviction on most private employment applications. If you�re serious about doing so, feel free to contact me for the legal help you'll need.

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Answered on 6/04/09, 2:57 pm
Robert Mccoy Law Office Of Robert McCoy

Re: Class 3 Felony Expungement

Many convictions can be expunged, even felonies. Generally, the longer it has been since the conviction, the less likely it will be that the DA will oppose or successfully oppose the expungement. In some instances, you may even be able to have the entire conviction set aside.

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Answered on 6/04/09, 4:03 pm
Steven Mandell Law Offices of Steven R. Mandell

Re: Class 3 Felony Expungement

California doesn't classify felonies as Class 1, 2 or 3. Therefore, it seems that your conviction is in another state. If so, it can't be expunged in CA. If it is from another state, it is best to contact a lawyer in that state and find out what can be done about it. If it is a California conviction, as the prior answers suggest, it may be able to be expunged. If you'd like to discuss this further with me, please don't hesitate to call. Steve Mandell

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Answered on 6/04/09, 4:19 pm


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