Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia
Criminal Record Expungement
I am a resident of Virginia Beach, Virginia. I was arrested for domestic assult but the charges were dropped. I would like to have the item removed from my criminal record altogether. Can you explain the process? How can I do it without an attorney? If I need an attorney, what should the fee be?
Asked on 1/12/07, 11:25 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
Re: Criminal Record Expungement
Section 19.2-392.2 of the Code of Virginia describes the procedures for expunging police (arrest) and court records. A petition needs to be filed with the circuit court in the jurisdiction which was originally
responsible for the matter.
Answered on 1/13/07, 8:48 am