Expungement Lawyer in Mercer County

A criminal record can affect a person for years, and if you’re someone who’s been convicted of a crime, you should consider speaking with an experienced Mercer County expungement lawyer who can help guide you through the expungement process. Contact the Law Office of Douglas Herring today.

Mercer County Expungement Lawyer | Here to Help Clear Your Record

Were you convicted of a crime? Are you sick of being weighed down by your criminal record? You need an experienced Mercer County criminal defense lawyer who can help you receive the expungement you need to move on with your life.

What is Expungement?

If you were ever arrested, it goes on your criminal record. If you were convicted of a crime, that goes on your criminal record too. The court keeps detailed documentation of everything. Employers and apartments often check your record. Just one arrest can cost you big. Some offenses have even greater implications.

An expungement attorney can help. Expungement is achieved through court proceedings. When a judge rules in your favor, your record is sealed from public view, though certain government agencies (like law enforcement and prosecutors) can still access it. Private background check databases may also take time to update. As a result, you should see more housing options, more employment opportunities, in many cases the restoration of your gun rights (though for serious or violent offenses, a separate pardon may be required), and an overall better reputation.

Who is Eligible for Expungement?

An expungement attorney can evaluate your eligibility. Determining factors include:

The Conviction: Some convictions, such as murder, sexual assault, robbery, arson, or certain serious drug offenses, cannot be expunged.
Number of Convictions: New Jersey generally allows one indictable (felony) conviction and up to three disorderly persons (misdemeanor) convictions to be expunged, or up to four disorderly persons convictions if you have no indictable conviction. If you have more than this, you may still qualify for a one-time “Clean Slate” expungement after 10 years.
Fines: You should pay your fines before going to court.
Pending Charges: If there are charges pending against you, now might not be the best time.
Time Since Conviction: New Jersey law sets waiting periods: five years for most indictable convictions, three years for certain disorderly persons convictions under the “early pathway,” and ten years under the Clean Slate law.

Expungement Attorney Douglas Herring will evaluate your case. He will tell you if now is the right time. If not, he will advise you on wait time. Douglas never charges for consultations.

The Expungement Process in New Jersey

Your Mercer County expungement lawyer should be familiar with the process. Douglas has helped many clients get their records expunged. You want a good expungement attorney to help. You want an expungement attorney with a successful track record.

The expungement process includes:

Determining Eligibility
Obtaining Criminal History Documentation
Obtaining a Court Disposition
Completing Government Forms
Notarizing Signatures

Douglas is very familiar with the expungement process in New Jersey. He will make sure everything is precise and on time. Be aware that the process may take several months or longer, depending on the county and whether there are any objections. Our firm is here to help you get your life back.

Contact an Expungement Lawyer in Mercer County, NJ

Douglas has over 15 years of criminal case experience. He has participated in over 100 jury trials. He used to be an assistant prosecutor in Middlesex, so he knows both sides of the law. Let his experience help you. You need an expungement attorney who knows how to get things done. Douglas offers free no-obligation consultations. Contact the Law Office of Douglas Herring today.