Expungements
Experienced attorney providing a fresh start for his clients
Although Utah is extremely tough on crime, it is surprisingly lenient when it comes to your criminal record. Utah allows criminals to seal their criminal records after their cases have been resolved. This process is called expungement, and it offers many benefits for those with prior convictions, including:
- Eligibility for professional licenses and certificates
- Eligibility for credit, student loans, housing assistance and government aid
- Eligibility for better employment
- Clean background checks
However, expungement is not available to everyone, and you may need a Salt Lake City crimnal law firm to help determine if you are eligible. The Law Office of Harold W. Stone, III guides clients in Utah throughout the expungement process to help erase their criminal history.
How expungement works
To get your records expunged, you must obtain a certificate of eligibility from the Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI). If you are issued a certificate, you must then take the certificate to court and get an expungement order from a judge. The judge will decide whether to erase your record, so it is crucial to be respectful and follow all proper procedures.
What you need to know about expungement
Your eligbility for expungment depends heavily on your prior convictions and the passage of time. Refer to the following lists to find out if you may eligible for expungement.
Offenses that cannot be expunged
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Time considerations
In Utah, there are waiting periods associated with expunging your past convictions. These time periods do not start until your sentence or probationary period has ended.
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DUI/DUI metabolite
Eligible felonies Class A misdemeanors Class B misdemeanors Class C misdemeanors & infractions Dismissals/acquittals/declinations |
10 years 7 years 5 years 4 years 3 years 30 days |
The BCI receives hundreds of applications a month, so expect to wait 10-12 weeks for a response to your application.
Associated costs
In Utah, it costs $25.00 to apply for a certificate of eligibility for expungment. There is also a $56.00 charge for certificates for records of convictions, diversion agreements and plea in abeyance dismissals. However, certificates for records of dismissals, acquittals or declinations are free.
Provide yourself with a new lease on life
Attorney Harold Stone can help you eliminate your criminal record and move forward in your life. Call 1-801-913-7055, or contact the firm online to schedule an initial consultation.
