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Record clearance for domestic violence cas

I was convicted of Domestic Violence charges, and I was sentenced to 3 yrs probation, 52 weeks domestic violence classes, and 40 hours community service.

I have completed all of them, except my probation which ends in August 2005. I don't have any pending court dates or meetings with probation officer.

I want to get my record cleared at the end of probation. The problem is that by that time, I will be back in my home country India. Is there some means I can apply for record clearance from overseas? Or can someone else (lawyer, etc.) apply it for me in August 2005?


Asked on 3/19/04, 9:09 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: Record clearance for domestic violence cas

Any of us would love to take your money. But seriously, go to your local courthouse and ask them if they have a form for a Penal Code Section 1203.4 expungement, and ask what the filing fee is. When your probation is up, assuming you have not gotten in any more trouble, send in the form along with a money order in US funds for whatever the filing fee is, and a pre-stamped return envelope (maybe you should buy the postage, and possibly a money order, before you leave).

Note: I don't know what, if any, impact your conviction or future Section 1203.4 expungement might or (might not) have on your visa status.

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Answered on 3/19/04, 10:40 pm
Ronald Richards Law Offices of Ronald Richards and Associates

Re: Record clearance for domestic violence cas

email directly at [email protected] to explain the procedure and cost for at 1203.4 expungment of your record.

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Answered on 3/20/04, 1:26 am
George Woodworth Law Office of George Woodworth & Associates

Re: RESPONSE---Record clearance.

Hello---Thank you for your question. Yes, you don't need to try and do this yourself, as I can do it for you when you are back in your country. I will prepare the documents necessary, and file them, and make sure they are approved and that the conviction is removed from your record. You may email me (see below) or call me tomorrow at: (562) 754-7422. Thank you, Attorney Woodworth

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Answered on 3/20/04, 2:06 am
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: Record clearance for domestic violence cas

Mr Stone is correct, except, my experience is that you should contact the probation department and request the form and the processing fee. If you are crime free then the process is pretty much a clerical process. If something goes wrong you can retain an attorney to complete the process.

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Answered on 3/20/04, 2:36 am


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