Pascagoula Expungement Lawyer

Pascagoula Expungement Attorney

Everyone, minors, and adults included, can make mistakes at some point in their lifetime. When these mistakes include being arrested and convicted of a crime, many individuals believe that this conviction will haunt them for the rest of their lives. Fortunately, with the assistance of a Pascagoula expungement lawyer, you may be able to remove a conviction from your permanent record.

At some point in your life, you will have to undergo a background check. Whether for employment opportunities or to gain new forms of housing, this background can be essential, and it will, unfortunately, showcase your criminal record and past convictions if you have them. At Miller Law Offices, we understand that this record can hurt your chances for certain employment and housing opportunities, and we want to do whatever we can to pursue an expungement.

What Is an Expungement?

A criminal expungement is a legal process that effectively erases or seals a person’s criminal record, making it inaccessible to the general public or certain entities. It involves filing a petition with the court to request the removal of the criminal conviction from official records.

If the expungement is granted, the record is either destroyed or placed in a sealed file, rendering it inaccessible in most background checks.

Expungement offers individuals the opportunity to have their past criminal offenses hidden from public view, allowing them to present themselves as if the conviction never occurred. It can provide a fresh start, enabling individuals to pursue employment, housing, education, and other opportunities without the burden of a criminal record.

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Miller Law Offices: Your Pascagoula, MS Expungement Attorney

At Miller Law Offices, we are passionate about doing whatever we can to help our clients get their lives back on track. Defense attorney Kyle Miller is prepared and has the necessary resources and experience to work diligently to get your criminal record of past convictions expunged so that you may move on with your life. He strongly believes that your future should not be dictated by one simple mistake and is ready to fight for your rights and freedoms.

When you decide to work with defense attorney Kyle Miller to seek an expungement, you can rest easy knowing you have done the right thing to protect your own freedoms and future. Let him review the details of your record and past convictions and begin building you a solid defense so that your record may be expunged and you can go on with living a full and satisfactory life. Kyle Miller is here to handle all the necessary legalities while you focus on rebuilding your life.

What Charges Cannot Be Expunged in Mississippi?

In the state of Mississippi, in order to qualify to seek an expungement of your criminal record, there are a few charges that will not allow you to be eligible. It is wise to know these exemptions before walking into any lawyer’s office, as you do not want to waste your time trying to seek an expungement if you do not meet the requirements. Charges that cannot be expunged in the state of Mississippi include the following:

(1) A crime of violence as provided in Section 97-3-2;

(2) Arson, first degree, as provided in Sections 97-17-1 and 97-17-3;

(3) Trafficking in controlled substances as provided in Section 41-29-139;

(4) A third, fourth, or subsequent offense DUI as provided in Section 63-11-30(2)(c) and (2)(d)

(5) Felon in possession of a firearm as provided in Section 97-37-5;

(6) Failure to register as a sex offender as provided in Section 45-33-33;

(7) Voyeurism as provided in Section 97-29-61;

(8) Witness intimidation as provided in Section 97-9-113;

(9) Abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable person as provided in Section 43-47-19

(10) Embezzlement as provided in Sections 97-11-25 and 97-23-19.

An individual may petition the Circuit Court for an expungement of (1) felony conviction (5) years after successful completion of all the terms and conditions of their sentence.

If you have been convicted of any of the above charges, it is wise to consult with an attorney to learn about your legal options and the avenues of action that might still be available to you.

Which Misdemeanor Convictions May Be Expunged?

Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor that is not a traffic violation or a crime against a person, and who is a first offender may petition the court in which the conviction was had for an order to expunge any such conviction from all public records.

An expungement for a misdemeanor conviction may be filed immediately after the completion of the terms and conditions of their sentence.

If you have an old conviction that’s holding you back, please contact our office today to see if you qualify to have your conviction expunged.

Contact a Trusted Pascagoula Expungement Lawyer Today

If you or someone you know is hoping to seek an expungement of their criminal record, it is wise to consult with a trusted defense attorney who can assist you in navigating the complicated and often difficult legal process that comes with seeking an expungement. Defense attorney Kyle Miller is adept at guiding his clients through this process and is prepared to assist you. Contact Miller Law Offices today and let Kyle Miller review your case.