Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Re: I need help

Yes you can, as soon as the probation is terminated. It can be done at the same time as the probation terminates, or it can be done afterwards. There are several required steps to expungement, and it is often best to have a lawyer do it for you. If you'd like to talk to me about what is involved, don't hesitate to contact me. Good luck. Steve Mandell

Re: I need help

If you have completed probation successfully, you should be able to expunge. Your lawyer should handle this for you. Also, look into the possibility of reducing your charge to misdemeanor, if possible.

Jacek W. Lentz, Esq.

310.273.1361

www.lentzlawfirm.com

Re: I need help

Yes, you can, but it is under Penal Code Section 1203.4, which does not seal or destroy any arrest or conviction records. It only authorizes you to deny being convicted on some job applications. If they do a record history check, it will still show. See the following articles for more information on expungement:

http://lawyer-expungement.com/record.htm

http://lawyer-expungement.com/petition.htm

Re: I need help

Probably. Expungement will allow you to say 'no' to conviction on private employment applications. However, it will not restore your firearms rights lost by the felony conviction and/or direct court order. Feel free to contact me if serious about doing this, or in trying to get your firearms rights restored.