Expungement vs Sealing of Criminal Records in North Carolina
North Carolina allows individuals to seal or expunge certain adult criminal records. While you might think of expungement vs sealing as different terms, they are the same in North Carolina. In North Carolina, expungement, also called “sealing of records” or...How to Submit Expungement Application to Delete Criminal Record
In North Carolina, it may be possible to have your criminal record expunged. Expungement is the process of the state removing your criminal convictions from your permanent record. They will no longer show up in a criminal background check. Getting your criminal record...Expungement in NC: How to Remove a Criminal Record
In December 2021, the North Carolina General Assembly expanded the state’s expungement requirements with Senate Bill 562. Even more eligibility is now available for the expungement of criminal records. If you are wondering whether you are now eligible for...Can Violent Misdemeanors Be Expunged?
A misdemeanor conviction on your criminal record can cause difficulty getting a job, finding an apartment, or buying a home or car. If you’ve made a mistake in your life that resulted in a misdemeanor conviction, there may be a way you can have it removed from your...How Can I Expunge a Juvenile Record?
As a young person, your brain and ability to make good decisions are still growing. In addition to riskier behavior, juveniles, along with those who have a mental illness or diminished mental capacity are at a higher risk of falsely confessing. Fortunately,...Get In touch
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