Expungements
A criminal conviction can follow you anywhere. Expungements help you move on from the past.
How we can help
- Determining if your case qualifies
- Gathering the documents you need
- Drafting and filing the petition
- Communicating with the agencies involved
- Attending the hearing with you
What to expect
We start by reviewing your charges, case status, and criminal history to determine whether Oklahoma law allows an expungement.
If it does, we gather what’s needed, prepare and file your petition, and attend the hearing with you.
If it doesn’t, we explain your options.
Common questions
Can my record be expunged in Oklahoma?
Some records can be expunged in Oklahoma, however not every record can be. Additionally, you have to wait an appropriate amount of time for the expungement to occur before you file. If you were arrested but no charges were filed, for example, you may have to wait for the statute of limitations to expire before you are able to expunge your record. Talk to an attorney to assess if and when your charge is eligible for expungement.
Can my conviction be expunged?
Some convictions can be expunged, such as misdemeanors that resulted in fines of less than $501 and no jail time. Some felonies can also be expunged if they were nonviolent and you have not been convicted of another crime for a set amount of time. Talk with an attorney today to see if your conviction is eligible for expungement.
Can a deferred sentence be expunged?
Some can. Finishing a deferred sentence gets your case dismissed, but the record can remain until it’s expunged. Expungement may be possible once you’ve completed the deferment, enough time has passed, and you have no new criminal charges. Talk with an attorney today to see if your deferred sentence is eligible for expungement.
What does an expungement actually do?
An expungement seals your record from public sources, such as OSCN, and can prevent the record from appearing on some lower-level background checks. Expunged records are not permanently deleted, however, and can be discovered during high-level background checks, security clearances, and in the process of other legal actions like adoptions.
Talk with us about your situation
Call or request a consultation today to see how we can help you.