Expungement Procedure
Even if a person is eligible to have a charge expunged from their record, it doesn't' happen automatically. There are still rules and procedures that must be followed before a charge is removed. Failure to meet the requirements of the expungement process can result in the charge remaining on an individual's record. This section explains some of the rules and procedures involved with expungement, including information on the expungement process for each state.
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