NCJ Number
172184
Date Published
1997
Length
106 pages
Annotation
Based on the author's own experience, this book provides a step-by-step approach for clearing inaccuracies in adult criminal records and expunging juvenile records.
Abstract
Prior to beginning to clear an individual's criminal record, it is necessary that the person know exactly what appears on the record. The individual should secure a current copy of his/her FBI record and a copy of the court minutes of each case for which clearing is being sought. This book provides detailed steps for achieving each of these objectives. Instructions are then provided for filling in and filing a motion to clear pardoned offenses and inaccuracies in a criminal record. Sample forms for such a motion are provided. A listing of statutes necessary for post-conviction relief is provided for all the States. Given that orders to expunge or seal criminal records are often ignored by agencies responsible for the records, the author also delineates steps for ensuring that expungement orders are implemented. In discussing the expungement of juvenile records when a person reaches adulthood, the author notes that although States have laws that require such expungement, there is no court that has the time or equipment to mark each and every juvenile's birthday and then go back and erase or seal their record when they reach adulthood. It is, therefore, up to the juvenile-records subject to bring his/her record back into court on a motion to get it sealed or expunged. Details for doing this are provided, including sample motions. Appended information by State, glossary, and rules and regulations regarding disclosure of FBI records to a subject