Expungement Attorney in New Jersey | Afonso & Archie Law
A criminal record can follow you for the rest of your life – affecting your ability to get a job, find housing, obtain professional licenses, and more. New Jersey law allows many individuals to have their criminal records expunged, giving them a fresh start.
Afonso & Archie Law has helped clients throughout New Jersey clear their records for over 30 years.
Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.
What Is Expungement?
Expungement is a legal process that removes arrests, charges, and convictions from your criminal record. Once expunged, you can lawfully say in most situations that you were not arrested or convicted of the offense. Expunged records are not available to employers, landlords, or the general public.
Who Qualifies for Expungement in New Jersey?
- Most indictable offenses (felonies) after 6 years
- Disorderly persons offenses after 5 years
- Municipal ordinance violations after 2 years
- Juvenile adjudications
- Arrests that did not result in conviction
- Certain drug offenses with early pathway provisions
Not all offenses are eligible. Crimes such as murder, sexual assault, robbery, and certain other serious offenses cannot be expunged.
The Expungement Process
Filing for expungement involves petitioning the Superior Court, notifying multiple agencies, and attending a hearing. The process typically takes several months. Having an attorney handle the filing ensures it is done correctly and efficiently.
Why Afonso & Archie Law
- 30+ years handling criminal matters throughout New Jersey
- Bilingual attorneys – Spanish, Portuguese, French, Haitian Creole
- Serving Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and surrounding counties
- Over 275 five-star client reviews
Call (856) 786-7000. $300 consultation fee.
Serving all of New Jersey. Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.
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