Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts

Clearing an Arrest Record

In 1997 I was falsely arrested for "Distrubance of the Peace" and my case was subsequently dismissed. However I still have an Arrest Record. How can I get this arrest record cleared? It's quite embarassing, I had a problem when applying for my apartment and had to explain what had happened.

Thanks!


Asked on 10/18/00, 1:45 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Alan Pransky Law Office of Alan J. Pransky

Re: Clearing an Arrest Record

In Massachusetts it is illegal for a landlord or employer to ask about arrests. They can only ask about convictions. If the employer found out about a dismissal from some source other than you, then the person who released this information probably committed a criminal act. If so, you should report this to the police.

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Answered on 11/18/00, 3:05 pm


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