Fairfax, Virginia, Expungements Attorney
If you were charged with a crime in the past but not convicted, and the presence of this charge on your record could cause you problems, you maybe able to pursue a petition for expungement. I have been successful in petitioning for expungements for my clients and can advise you on your eligibility and the procedures involved. Please contact me today for a free consultation.
It is relatively common for charges that resulted in acquittal or dismissal to remain on people's records. Many are unaware of this situation until they:
- Apply for a new job or seek a higher security clearance
- Undergo a background check for another reason — often associated with seeking adoption, the right to provide foster care or authorization to volunteer with children
Of all the densely populated areas in the United States, Northern Virginia likely has one of the highest percentages of people who require security clearance for their work. Often, gaining this type of clearance requires a clean criminal record — and a mistake by authorities in the past can be very costly to you, financially and personally.
Expungements in Cases of Acquittal, Dismissal or Pardon
It is a common misconception that expungements can erase prior criminal convictions — enabling people with enough money or leverage to, in effect, "rewrite the record." In Virginia, this is simply not true. An expungement may be achievable if you were once charged with a crime but the ultimate result was:
- You were found not guilty
- The charge against you was dismissed
- You were granted an absolute pardon after being unjustly convicted
There are no guarantees of success when you decide to petition for an expungement. Consequently, choosing an attorney you can trust to spell out the procedures and requirements is very important. Should you decide to proceed, you should do so with a lawyer who fully understands the expungement process.
Please contact me, Steven L. Duckett, for a free consultation on your expungement case. I bring experience and honesty to every case.
