Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Erasing felony conviction from 1973

Can a felony conviction for arson from 1973 be erased or removed from a person's background?


Asked on 6/20/06, 3:19 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: Erasing felony conviction from 1973

Not if prison time was ordered or served. If only probation or local time was ordered and served, then it may be possible by seeking reduction to misdemeanor status, and expungement of the misdemeanor. If serious about doing it, contact me to discuss costs and facts.

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Answered on 6/20/06, 4:15 pm
OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES

Re: Erasing felony conviction from 1973

You may have a problem if the court did not preserve the file unless you have a certified copy. Call me directly at 16192223504.

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Answered on 6/20/06, 4:33 pm


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