Can you get a class c felony exspunged?

Answer 1

I'm not familiar with the term "designated" felony, but some general guidlines and info follow; You must have totally completed your sentence. You must present a motion to the court requesting it, accompanied by your reason(s) for wanting to do so. A judge will review your case, and your motion, and make a decision either granting or denying your request. An expungement will only remove the record of your offense from the "public" portion of your record. It is not a "pardon," as far as the legal system is concerned you will always remain 'convicted' of whatever crime you were charged and tried for.

Answer 2

You can try -

To request the expungement of an offense from your STATE (not Federal) criminal record: You must have been exonerated, acquited, or served the complete term of your sentence - then file a petition/motion with the court setting forth valid reason(s) why your request should be granted. A judge will review your petition and the circumstances of your case and issue a ruling either granting or denying the request. AN EXPUNGEMENT IS NOT A PARDON! Expungement only removes the record of your offense from being available to the public. Law enforcement, the courts, and government agencies will always have access to your actual 'true' record.

FELONS CONVICTED IN STATE COURT OF STATE CRIMES: If your expungement is granted you will still remain subject to whatever restrictions state and Federal Laws place on you (e.g.- voting rights - elective office - firearms/ammunition possession - etc). UNLESS - you are a resident of a state which completely or partially restores your "privileges" (you will have to do your own search to learn if this applies to your state).

FEDERALLY CONVICTED FELONS: CAUTION: Regardless of what rights your state may restore, if you were convicted in FEDERAL Court of a FEDERAL FELONY - it is a felony offense for a federally convicted felon to EVER own or possess a firearm. The U.S. Criminal Code, makes the penalty for illegal possession of a firearm a mandatory minimum of fifteen (15) years in prison, in some cases (Title 18 U.S.C. sec 924(e)(1). At this time FEDERALLY convicted felons have no solution to their firearm disqualification. By denying funding for the purpose, Congress has effectively eliminated the review of federally convicted felons' petitions for restoration of their firearms privileges.

Answer 3

Your state is not disclosed All states have expungement laws and all of them differ in what offenses may be expunged, and the procedures you must go through to petition for expungement.

You either have to do further research on your own about YOUR individual state, or contact your local court system or an attorney to determine if you qualify.

If you detemine that you may qualify I would strongly suggest that you contact an attorney. Unless you are somewhat skilled in the law, the expungement process is NOT a 'do-it-yourself' project.

Answer 4

Most of the cost goes to your attorney & can vary greatly. This is one instance, however, where you'll probably get what you pay for. To obtain a good lawyer for this will cost upward of $3000 or more. Keep in mind that some states NEVER will expunge a felony record. The longer it's been since the crime, the better your chances. Ie. 1 year vs 10 years since arrest.

Answer 5

ANYONE can submit a petition/motion for expungement, there is no limitation. The only requirement for expungement is that you have completed your sentence and/or exhausted all appeals.

Answer 6

It is very difficult to expunge ANY type of felony is you are found guilty. Usually a pardon is required.

Answer 7

Yes, IF you meet the qualifications for it in your state.