Yes, -unless- under very unusual circumstances a judge may order the record sealed, but very rarely.
36 months
You can always apply, but you'll get rejected every time. An expunged record does not clear you of convictions - it only makes them less visible to the general public. Law enforcement and government agencies can still see your rap sheet.
Yes, federal search warrants that are public record can be accessed through the federal court system or online databases such as PACER (Public Access to Court Electronic Records).
In most states the answer would be no because such convictions are NOT a matter of public record and the conviction and its details are sealed. Depending on the juvenile's life plans and the nature of the offense sometimes it is a worthwhile effort. For example if he or she wishes to work in law enforcement, as an attorney, in classified government jobs (especially federal ones), then he or she will have to report juvenile convictions, unless such convictions have been expunged.
Your medical records are private. Any time you "get into a scrape with the law" it is a matter of public record.
A person is more likely to be convicted in a state court than in a federal court.
Your drivers history is a lifelong record.
DUI convictions stay on your record forever unless you get your record sealed or expunged. It is not commonly done. But after 5 years it should affecting your insurance and any employment affected by your license.
Yes they are.
I try to avoid them, quite personally.
If you are referring to your criminal record, unless the convictions occurred prior to your 18th birthday they are permanent part of your criminal history record.
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