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    South Jersey Expungement Lawyer

    Seasoned Criminal Defense Lawyer Helps Clients Obtain Expungements in Camden County, Burlington County and Elsewhere in New Jersey

    An arrest or conviction for committing any type of crime can be life altering. According to a 2015 report by the Sentencing Project, more than 60% of formerly incarcerated people are unemployed a year after release. These statistics show that if you are facing criminal charges, you can also face substantial future limitations on the opportunities open to you and your family long after you have served your punishment. After all, a criminal conviction can include a prison sentence and significant financial penalties. You may also become ineligible for state or government benefit programs such as food share and educational grants. Further, it can be difficult to clear your name even if you are innocent of all charges.

    Are You Seeking To Expunge Your Criminal Record? We Can Help, Tell Us What Happened.

    Despite this, the potentially dire consequences of a criminal conviction or arrest need not be permanent.  If you have been arrested or convicted of a crime, our Camden County expungement lawyer can help explore the possibility of erasing your criminal record through a process known as expungement.

    At Gelman Law, LLC, we understand how sensitive and serious your situation can be when accused of committing a crime. Ultimately, we believe that sometimes hardworking and good people find themselves in unfortunate situations that can result in criminal conviction. Regardless of the criminal allegations involved in your case, we have the resources, skill and experience to guide you through this difficult time and explore options for obtaining a clean slate. Our Cherry Hill expungement lawyer can help you regain control of your life and help restore your confidence and peace of mind.

    Get Advice From An Experienced Expungement Lawyer. All You Have To Do Is Call 856-861-4236 To Receive Your Free Case Evaluation.

    Circumstances Where Expungements May be Possible Under New Jersey Law

    In New Jersey, crimes are not categorized as felonies or disorderly persons as they are in many other states. Instead, there are degrees of crimes which are categorized as either indictable offenses or disorderly persons offenses. In many cases, we have been successful in filing a motion to reduce the degree of your crime or the sentence involved, which can be critical to obtaining an expungement—or a clearing of your criminal record—down the road. For example, at Gelman Law, LLC we can help you get your record expunged for any of the following:

    However, some crimes cannot be expunged in New Jersey, including those that involve:

    To help establish your right to expungement down the road, our Camden County expungement attorney will highlight positive facts about you during a formal hearing before a judge in order to fight for reduced charges at the outset. However, the judge will also consider any negative factors if they do exist. For this reason, depending on whether you have been sentenced or arrested, our firm may recommend pre-trial programs to mitigate your risk of incarceration entirely. In general, the best way to reduce the degree of a crime charged or the associated sentence is to present a well-drafted motion that covers all relevant issues in your case.

    Some matters a judge will consider when you file a motion to reduce sentencing include:

    Gelman Law, LLC Fights to Reduce Degrees of Crime to Protect Your Right to Expungement in Camden County Criminal Cases

    Because New Jersey categorizes crimes by degrees, one of the most important ways to determine whether expungement will be possible is to fight for a reduction in the degree of the crime if possible in your case. Our experienced and reliable team of expungement professionals can also help you identify how to mitigate the adverse consequences of an arrest or conviction by fighting for an expungement following completion of your punishment.

    If you have questions regarding expungement, it is important to consult with a skilled criminal defense lawyer to evaluate your eligibility and the relevant timelines for expungement.  Some of the relevant timelines and rules governing expungements in New Jersey include:

    Contact a Hard-Hitting Criminal Defense Lawyer to Discuss the Possibility of Expungement in Your Case Today

    Have you been charged with committing a crime in New Jersey? Do you have questions about your rights or how to reduce the potential ongoing consequences of an existing criminal record? Our New Jersey expungement lawyer will examine every angle of your arrest and sentencing to determine whether you are eligible for expungement and help you navigate the process of obtaining that expungement.

    At Gelman Law LLC, our success stems from our hard work and years of experience. Our SJ Magazine award recipient attorney believes that sometimes good people find themselves in tough situations. For this reason, we can fight to help mitigate the ongoing risk a criminal record may pose to your future. Call or contact us today to explore options for obtaining an expungement in Cherry Hill or elsewhere in New Jersey.

    Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey Expungements

    What charges can be expunged?

    How do expungements work?

    Do I need an attorney for a record expungement?

    Can criminal records be expunged in multiple states?

    FAQ: What types of criminal convictions may generally be expunged in New Jersey?  

    Generally, only violent crimes and certain other crimes that public policy deems should stay on your criminal record permanently are ineligible for expungement.  Offenses such as criminal mischief, shoplifting, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, harassment and disorderly conduct are all common examples of crimes that may be expunged in New Jersey. Most juvenile crime offenses are also able to be expunged.

    FAQ: Why do I need a lawyer to handle my expungement if I have the right to obtain one?  

    You don’t just get an expungement under New Jersey law—you have to formally petition for expungement in order to clear your criminal record.  For this reason, it is important to have a lawyer to both ensure that the formal process for obtaining the expungement is followed and to advocate on your behalf to protect your right to the expungement generally.

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