Virginia Expungement Attorney
Expungement is the act of your arrest or criminal record being sealed or essentially erased.
In most cases, it can only be done through a court order and can only occur in certain circumstances under current Virginia law. If you are getting an expungement, it’s important to know what it means.
Are Records Completely Gone with Expungement?
Under Virginia law, there are various types of expungements. Some records are eligible for a total expungement while other records may only be partially expunged. It is important to note that expungement only applies to government records and not to unofficial records such as news articles.
What are the Legal Effects of Expungement?
When your criminal arrest record has been expunged, it means that the expunged government record no longer exists. Once the arrest record is expunged, you do not legally have to inform anyone of that specific record.
What Makes You Eligible for Expungement?
Under current Virginia law, eligibility for expungement hinges on a narrow set of factors regarding the arrest sought to be expunged and its ultimate outcome. Apart from threshold eligibility, Courts also may consider factors such as the amount of time passed since your arrest, your personal criminal history, and the effect of that specific arrest record on your day-to-day life.
If you have concerns about an expungement or want to speak with an attorney about getting your arrest expunged, you need Rudolphi Law on your side. If you lived in Northern Virginia, you can discuss your case with us. Contact Rudolphi Law at your earliest convenience to discuss your situation with an experienced expungement attorney Fairfax VA.