Expungement Attorney in West Covina and Beverly Hills
Los Angeles Expungement Lawyer
An expungement is a legal procedure that involves setting aside and dismissing a previous conviction, guilty plea or no contest plea. An expungement relieves the defendant of penalties that result from the conviction or plea. Having a criminal record can hinder your ability to get a job, get into higher education institutions and qualify for some types of financial aid. In todays economy many people are seeking expungements as they are trying to get their lives back on track perhaps after losing a job, having gone through a foreclosure or are wanting to go back to school to stay competitive in the workforce.
If you have ever plead guilty to a crime, pled no contest to a criminal charge or been convicted of a crime and want it expunged it may make sense to have a skilled, qualified and tenacious Los Angeles Expungement Lawyer on your side. Contact The Law Office of Michael D. Payne at 626-974-8713, 626-593-1109, or toll free 866-696-5453. He can also be reached via email by clicking here.
Types Of Expungements
- Mandatory Expungement
- Discretionary Expungement
- Expungement After A Pardon
The Expungement Process
When having your record expunged you will need to get a copy of your criminal record. Normally a court appearance by you will not be necessary if you have a West Covina Expungement Attorney on your side. Expungements typically take between 4-8 weeks to complete once the application is filed. Misdemeanors take a little less time than Felonies. Length of time is also related to all relevant and pertinent information being received.
Contact A Los Angeles Expungement Attorney
If you are interested in having your criminal record expunged call The Law Office of Michael D. Payne at 626-974-8713, 626-593-1109, or toll free 866-696-5453. Mr. Payne can also be reached via email by clicking here. Mr. Payne has offices in West Covina and Beverly Hills for your convenience. Contact him today regarding protecting your rights as well as your future.
