By William James | Published November 15, 2021 | Posted in Criminal Law | Tagged Tags: comprehensive record sealing act, conviction, criminal record, expungement | Comments Off on Getting a Criminal Record Sealed in Arkansas
A criminal conviction on your record is public information that can follow you for the rest of your life. A criminal record can make it harder to find a job, obtain housing, secure credit or qualify for certain government benefits. Having your record sealed means it becomes confidential and is accessible by third parties only Read More
Read MoreCountless people have been processed through the criminal justice system without any true chance or ability to mount a meaningful defense. They may take the offer on the table and plead guilty because they need to move forward. Maybe they can’t afford to miss more work. Maybe they can’t afford a better attorney. Some people Read More
Read MoreMost areas of the United States – including the state of Arkansas – provide a means for those convicted of certain crimes to expunge their criminal records as long as specific circumstances are present. The advantages of the expungement process are clear: Those who qualify will not lose job and rental opportunities as a result Read More
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