The Law Offices of David W. Polsky

Expungements

Erase your Criminal Record with an Expungement

Most Expungments offered for just a reasonable flat fee. Payment plans are available.

Call Now (973)686-9787 or Email Polskylegal@aol.com

Getting an Expungement is a way to erase a criminal record and/or erase the record of arrest.

• Applying for a job? Looking to get into College? Want to join the Millitary?
• Trying to buy a house or rent an aprtment? Looking to apply for a loan?
• Want a gun permit? Want to adopt a Child?
• Tired of having your name ruined? Just looking for a fresh start?

The Expungement process is a way to remove a record so when asked "Have you ever been arrested or convicted of a crime" your answer will legally and officially become NO!

What is the cost?
Our Law firm offers a reasonable flat fee for most expungements - This includes all filing fees, certified mailiings and postage. There will be no additional or hidden cost to you. Payment plans are available!

Do I need to come into your offices?
No, in today's busy world many people just don't have the time to come into our offices. We have streamlined the process so that all needed information can be gained through a telephone interview.

Will I need to appear to Court?
Probably not. The overwhelming vast majority of cases will not require a Court appearance. However, there are always exceptions depending on the individual facts.

What exactly does an Expungement do?
An Expungement does not destroy your records. Instead, once granted by the Court, your offense "...shall be deemed not to have occurred." Persons doing a background check through New Jersey State Police or through the FBI will receive a response that there is "no record." Additionally, after you expunge your criminal record, you are legally entitled to state that the arrest or conviction never happened. Under the governing Statute of 2c:52-1 an Expungement if granted means that your records will be "extracted and isolated".

Does an Expungement mean that nobody will ever see my arrest or conviction?
No, there are few exceptions. Under New Jersey Law, if you apply for a job with a law enforcement agency or with the judicial branch of government you must report that your records were expunged. Also, if you have expunged a previous conditional discharge or PTI (Pre Trial Intervention) you must report the expungements as you would not be entitled to go through this program again. Expungements must also typically be revealed if you are having an immigration issue.

How long do I need to wait until I get apply for an expungement?
This depends on what was the final outcome of your charges. If you were arrested and not convicted, typically you can apply for an Expungement immediately. If you successfully completed a PTI or Conditional Discharge program, the waiting period is typically 6 months. If you were convicted of a town ordinance the waiting period is typically 2 years. If you were convicted of a disorderly or petty disorderly offense, the waiting period is typically 5 years. If you were convicted of indictable offense the waiting period is typically 10 years, but is possible to be as short as 5 years in some instances.

When does this time period start to run?
The times run from the date that the judge imposes sentence, the date you pay all of your fines (with some exceptions if you paid the substantial amount of your fines) , the date you successfully complete parole or probation, or the date you complete your jail or prison sentence, whichever comes last.

Is an expungement effective if I am applying for a Professional License?
Yes, unless you are applying for a license to practice law, you need not report any matter which has been expunged for a professional license. An expungement is effective for teachers, real-estate brokers, stock brokers, bankers, barbers, taxi cab drivers, and virtually any other professional that requires a license that does not involve law enforcement or the Court system.

Is an expungement valid if I wish to get a gun permit?
Yes, and you will not need to report any matter that has been expunged on your application.

Is an expungement valid if I wish to adopt a child?
Yes, and you will not need to report any matter that has been expunged on your application.

Call Now (973)686-9787 or Email Polskylegal@aol.com