The terminology concerning clearing your criminal record often creates some confusion. Many people struggle trying to learn the differences between the terms as most states have varying definitions and in turn, each of them may have a different effect. In one state expungement may call to completely destroy the record and all related materials, while it may only conceal it ... more Posts Tagged with expungement
Expungment, Expungement, or Expunction?
May 18, 2009 -
The terminology concerning clearing your criminal record often creates some confusion. Many people struggle trying to learn the differences between the terms as most states have varying definitions and in turn, each of them may have a different effect. In one state expungement may call to completely destroy the record and all related materials, while it may only conceal it ... more
The terminology concerning clearing your criminal record often creates some confusion. Many people struggle trying to learn the differences between the terms as most states have varying definitions and in turn, each of them may have a different effect. In one state expungement may call to completely destroy the record and all related materials, while it may only conceal it ... more 1 Comment
Top 10 Reasons for Criminal Record Expungement
April 28, 2009 - 
If you’re one of the millions of Americans with a criminal record, you’ve likely experienced a few hardships as a result. There are countless difficulties that can arise if your background isn’t spotless and most of those affected have yet to realize the scale of their disabilities. Below are the top ten reasons to apply for expungement of your criminal ... more
If you’re one of the millions of Americans with a criminal record, you’ve likely experienced a few hardships as a result. There are countless difficulties that can arise if your background isn’t spotless and most of those affected have yet to realize the scale of their disabilities. Below are the top ten reasons to apply for expungement of your criminal ... more ClearMYrecord.com Gets Your Life Back Sooner with Automated Expungement Forms
April 24, 2009 - 
The expungement of a criminal record can open new paths to a better life for millions of Americans who have had doors closed due to their past. However, without a guide the process of regaining your life can be a long and grueling one. Researching the eligibility requirements, finding all the necessary materials, locating the appropriate addresses, and making sure ... more
The expungement of a criminal record can open new paths to a better life for millions of Americans who have had doors closed due to their past. However, without a guide the process of regaining your life can be a long and grueling one. Researching the eligibility requirements, finding all the necessary materials, locating the appropriate addresses, and making sure ... more What is a Pardon?
March 31, 2009 - 
Webster’s Dictionary defines a pardon as the “release from the legal penalties of an offense.” State offenses may be pardoned by the governor, while those convicted of a federal crime or military court martial must seek a presidential pardon. Generally, an expungement or sealing of a record through the county courthouse will be sought first, but due to eligibility constraints ... more
Webster’s Dictionary defines a pardon as the “release from the legal penalties of an offense.” State offenses may be pardoned by the governor, while those convicted of a federal crime or military court martial must seek a presidential pardon. Generally, an expungement or sealing of a record through the county courthouse will be sought first, but due to eligibility constraints ... more What is a Sealed Record?
March 23, 2009 - 
The most common usage of the term “sealed record” refers to the court's act of concealing a criminal record from public view. In the majority of cases the court, arresting agency, and any other government entity will erase the files from public record while maintaining them in a private database that is available only to them for specific access. This ... more
The most common usage of the term “sealed record” refers to the court's act of concealing a criminal record from public view. In the majority of cases the court, arresting agency, and any other government entity will erase the files from public record while maintaining them in a private database that is available only to them for specific access. This ... more What is Expungement?
March 13, 2009 - 
The Black’s Law Dictionary defines expungement as a “process by which record of criminal conviction is destroyed or sealed after the expiration of time. While expungement deals with an underlying criminal record, it is a civil action in which the subject is the petitioner or plaintiff asking a court to declare that the records be expunged.”
However, each state has ... more
The Black’s Law Dictionary defines expungement as a “process by which record of criminal conviction is destroyed or sealed after the expiration of time. While expungement deals with an underlying criminal record, it is a civil action in which the subject is the petitioner or plaintiff asking a court to declare that the records be expunged.”
However, each state has ... more
Things To Know
July 3, 2008 -
We never stop learning in life. Or in business. As we review the issues that customers have, points of question, confusion, or things that just plain annoy them about how we do what we do at ClearMYrecord.com, sometimes it becomes clear that there's an area we need to improve. For the moment, it seems clear that we need to do ...
moreRhode Island House Extends Expungement Options
July 1, 2008 - In yet more evidence that the trend towards harsh sentencing and long term sanctions for even minor offenses, the Rhode Island House of Representatives passed a bill to extend expungement options to the state’s residents.
Over the vigorous objections of Rhode Island’s attorney general, the state police and the governor, the House voted 46 to 17 in favor of a ... more