Put your case behind you by sealing or expunging your criminal record.
You have concluded your criminal case and moved on. Now what?
Despite the best results in a criminal case, the question of disclosure of a criminal event to employers, educational institutions and others. With the use of background check companies and the availability of online resources, it can be relatively simple to see if a person has a criminal history. A defendant's name can appear on background checks as an arrest, charges or closed case, even if the case was dismissed or dropped.
From her Orlando, Florida, law office, attorney Jeanette Bigney represents clients who have a criminal case charge, or arrest on their record. Clients throughout Central Florida can work closely with Ms. Bigney to see if an expungement or sealing of a criminal record is a possibility. She is an experienced criminal defense lawyer who strives to reach a positive solution for each and every client. The best defense should focus on defending your future. We will work with you, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the Office of the State Attorney, arresting agency, and the courts to seal or expunge your criminal records.
Criminal cases are a public record and accessible to interested persons. Any criminal activity may have serious potential consequences. By seeking to seal or expunge your criminal record, you may be able to move forward with your life without having to constantly worry about someone finding out about your criminal record.
Whether you are an adult or a juvenile, it may be in your best interest to have your criminal matter sealed or expunged. Attorney Jeanette Bigney will review the case and determine if a sealing or expunction is appropriate, and begin the process for you.
Juvenile crimes are classified as a delinquency case and are not available for public review. However, just because the case history is more confidential, it does not mean that records of past and pending arrests/cases does not exist. Failure to disclose delinquency history to workplaces and learning institutions may be seen as dishonest behavior.
Contact an Orlando Expungement Lawyer
You have a right to explore the option of expunging or sealing your criminal record. Located in Downtown Orlando, just minutes from the Orange County Juvenile Courthouse, the Orlando law offices of Jeanette Bigney are open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact her today for a free initial consultation.
