An attorney can do this for you for a reasonable price. A 1203.4 motion is brought - and maybe a 17(b) which reduces your felony to a misdemeanor - and the Court will dismiss your conviction if there have been no new arrests or criminal charges.

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Replied: 11/9/2011

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Each county has a different procedure and it can be done with or without an attorney. Sometimes you are entitled to an expungement; sometimes it is discretionary with the judge. If you completed probation successfully you are entitled to one for a felony or misdemeanor offense. Your felony is also subject to being reduced to a misdemeanor. An attorney could help too. He or she would likely seek the route of a formal motion before the court which also could be done much sooner than the administrative way. Costs vary with attorney to attorney. In such things where the lawyer makes a difference you get what you pay for.

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Replied: 11/4/2011

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You should consult with a lawyer about getting these cases expunged. There are certain procedures that should be followed, including reducing the felony (if possible) to a misdemeanor prior to expungement. In addition, only a lawyer can give you proper advice as to what you must still report to certain employers and on certain applications with regard to your prior convictions. Expungements do not mean that the cases are gone forever for all purposes. Contact an attorney for more specific advice.

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Replied: 11/3/2011

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Your remedy will depend on the type of felony, your sentence, and whether you meet other criteria. Some felonies can be reduced to misdemeanors, then "expunged"; others cannot be reduced but can still be expunged, while others cannot be expunged. You should contact a lawyer to discuss the specifics of your charges to determine what you can do.

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Replied: 11/3/2011

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The question of expunging your misdemeanor and felony record depends greatly on that the charges. For misdemeanor crimes a petition for expungement may be filed. For felonies a petition for a certificate of rehabilitation is needed. Completing your probation and parole is a requirement for both. If you meet all the other requirements and your petitions are approved this will help in obtaining a job.

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Replied: 11/3/2011

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The misdemeanor can be expunged right away, assuming you are not currently on any other probation and have no criminal case(s) pending. The felony is more complicated. The lawyer has to first file a 17b motion to reduce the charge to a misdemeanor, followed by a petition to expunge the misdemeanor. Contact a lawyer about your eligibility.

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Google CALIFORNIA PENAL CODE and look at 1203.4 That sets out the procedure. Most court clerks have the form available at no charge. If you are finished with probation and not currently on probation from a new case or have a case pending you are eligible.

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You can get a packet from the clerk's office and do it yourself. However, it is obviously better to have the help of an attorney especially as you may want to have the felony reduced to a misdemeanor before expunging it.

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Replied: 11/2/2011

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There really is no such thing as an expungement in California if you mean to have the record erased. You can get a dismissal under 1203.4 if you qualify, no prison. Given the age of your convictions, you might also consider an application for a certificate of rehabilitation. 1203.4 relief does not relieve you from the requirement of telling government employers or licensing agencies about the conviction. Most employers do background checks. So even a 1203.4 dismissal still shows up.

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Replied: 11/2/2011

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This is possible. If you qualify you have to file a petition.

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Replied: 11/2/2011

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