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In Michigan, expungement, or setting aside a conviction, can help individuals with past criminal records erase those records from public view, making it easier to find employment, housing, and other opportunities. Expungement allows for a fresh start, offering a chance to erase the public evidence of an individual's past criminal history.
Benefits of Expungement:
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Employment and Housing:Expungement can help individuals find employment and housing, as their criminal records are no longer visible in public databases.
- Educational and Professional Opportunities:
A clean record can also open doors to educational and professional opportunities.
- Second Chance:
Expungement allows individuals to get a fresh start and rebuild their lives. - Reduced Chance of Reoffending:
Research suggests that expungement can contribute to a reduced chance of reoffending.
What Doesn’t Qualify for Felony Expungement and Misdemeanor Expungement?
Under the new Michigan expungement law, residents can expunge up to three (3) felonies and an unlimited number of misdemeanors from their criminal record.
Exceptions Include:
- If you have more than (3) felonies on different dates, you are not eligible for expungement.
- Felonies that carry a maximum punishment of life in prison.
- Attempt to commit a felony (in which the maximum punishment is life).
- Felony domestic violence (if the person had a previous domestic violence misdemeanor).
- Child Abuse (Most) criminal sexual conduct offenses.
- Traffic offenses causing injury or death.
We do not recommend applying for expungement if you have charges pending against you in any court or have been convicted of a crime in the last three (3) years.
How Do I Expunge My Criminal Record in Michigan?
To expunge your criminal record in Michigan, there are many rigorous and time-consuming steps involved that include obtaining your record, getting fingerprinted, notarizing your application, and much more.
If you make any sort of mistake on these documents, you must wait three (3) years before applying again.
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For over 20 years, the Law Offices of Barton Morris has delivered top-tier criminal defense across Michigan, with a proud focus on serving local clients in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties.
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