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Can your criminal record be sealed if you plead no contest to a felony?
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∙ 14y ago
There are a lot of variables that determine that. First, if you have any prior record or more than one felony or if you are habitual (committing the same crime more than once). Usually if you don't have a serious criminal past a felony can be expunged but it takes time and money and ultimately up to the judge. Now if the felony is violent or drug related, the chances are slim to none that it can be expunged. What I mean by drug related it depends on what category the drug charges were, like distribution and the amount and type of drugs that resulted in the felony, that's probably gonna stay on your record for life. Living a squared away life and doing what's right will help define your character when you fight to get it off your record. If the judge looks at your record and see's that you haven't been in any more trouble and you explain to him that you learned your lesson and you have a family now and making an honest living the judge will more than likely find favor in you and rid you of your record. Now, even though this might happen, law enforcement and the judicial segment will always be able to see it, but as far as the public goes and employers they will not find a criminal past when they check. Your going to need a lot of money and motivation to get your record cleared up! Just a heads up! But do it anyway, it can't hurt to try and by trying, that shows initiative and it shows you care about your future and the future of your family, that's what the judge is looking for.
Jason
P.S. Hope this helps and good luck and God Bless!!
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 14y agoA 'no contest' plea means that you are conceding that the state has sufficient evidence to prove their case against you. You are, in effect, pleading guilty to the offense. You would have to check (or have your attorney check) the expungement procedures for your state to see if you qualify to have the conviction expunged from your record - keeping in mind that some crimes are not expungable (e.g.: Murder - Homicide - sex offenses - etc).
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If as a minor you were put on a non felony probation and once you turned eighteen you went to get your record sealed and everything terminated will it still show up in criminal history checks?
Your juvenile record will be sealed to the public.
How long does a felony conviction in Missouri stay on your record?
Your criminal record is permanent, although a case resolved in juvenile court will be absolutely sealed (there are some exceptions even in juvenile court). In some instances, depending on the outcome on the felony, the record may be sealed from public view even for adults. Even a sealed adult record, however, may be used for lawful governmental purposes.
What is expunction?
when your criminal record is sealed.
Can you be a teacher in Illinois if you have a felony?
You should probably attempt to have your criminal record expunged or sealed before you seek a position as a teacher anywhere in the United States.
How long does a felony stay on your record in ma?
In Massachusetts, a felony conviction will typically remain on your criminal record indefinitely. However, under certain circumstances, you may be eligible to have your felony conviction sealed or expunged after a certain period of time. It is recommended to consult with a criminal defense attorney for more information on your specific case.
Can you get a job in an airport retail store with a sealed felony on your record?
no
If you have a sealed juvinile record do you have to report a felony on a job application that occured when I was a juvinile?
No
How long does a felony charge stay on your record in the state of Nd?
If a person was charged with a felony but has not been charged with any new crimes for 5 years after being released, they can petition the courts to have their record sealed. Felony convictions for SVU crimes cannot be sealed though.
How long does a criminal record stay in your record in California?
Forever, unless expunged or sealed by court
Can an employer find out if you were convicted of a felony 20 years ago in another state?
Yes, unless the record was sealed or expunged. Felony convictions remain on your record indefinitely.
How long does a felony show on a criminal record in Texas?
For Adults:A felony conviction will remain on your criminal record for the rest of your life unless your conviction is over turned or exhonerated by the court or you successfully petition the court and show good cause for an expungement of the felony (very rare).. Juviniles that are convicted of a felony have their records sealed at age 18 unless they were tried as an adult in which case the felony charge remains on their adult record..
Does time in juvie go on youre permanate record?
Time in custody does not go on a criminal record. Your criminal record shows what you were convicted of and when, not what the punishment was. A conviction of a crime as a juvenile generally doesn't go on a lifetime criminal record. Instead, it is usually held in a sealed record. However, it is sometimes required that the juvenile petition that the record be sealed upon his/her 18th birthday. This depends on the state.
