Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

How to get a ''Monster'' off my back!

Under what (if any) conditions would a person be able to have a (assault and battery against a family member)conviction expunged off their record? I took a plea agreement even though I was not guilty in order to just get away from my now (as of 3/10/06)ex-wife. I took a 24hr. incarceration as opposed to going before the judge. I have kicked my backside ever since for not going before the judge! I felt a one day certainty as opposed to a possible 2 Year sentence was a better route to take. Is there anything I can do about this or did I seal my doom for life to have this hanging over my head?? Please help if you can and THANK YOU in ADVANCE!!!!


Asked on 6/16/06, 1:28 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Homiller Jimison/Homiller, PLC

Re: How to get a ''Monster'' off my back!

You have sealed your fate unfortunately. Expungements will only be granted after a finding of not guilty or dismissal by the prosecutor. Your only option would be to petition the governor for a pardon, but the chances of accomplishing that are slim to none.

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Answered on 6/16/06, 8:20 am


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