People make mistakes. If you were arrested and prosecuted, those mistakes will show up on your arrest record and make it harder to find employment, housing, and loan opportunities. If this is your situation, Dewey & Braud Law, LLC wants to help you explore the possibility of expunging your prior offenses. In Louisiana, the law provides for certain case information to be removed from a person’s visible criminal record. Our Baton Rouge criminal defense lawyers can help you find out if you are eligible for this relief.
Contact the office to find out if your case is eligible for an expungement. Dial (225) 953-8330 now or contact Dewey & Braud Law, LLC online to schedule your free consultation.
Expungement Eligibility Requirements
The legal system was designed to provide for the public’s safety. If your case qualifies, you may be able to have your offense removed from public view. While some information may still be visible to law enforcement and certain professional organizations defined by LA law, an expungement is typically helpful in clearing your record from the general public's view.
You could be eligible for expungement if:
- You were acquitted or your case was dismissed. (some exceptions apply, but contact the office with case details).
- You were convicted, but the requisite time barring the pursuit of an expungement has lapsed or your conviction was subsequently set aside under Article 893/894 of the Code of Criminal Procedure
- You were convicted, but you were issued a “First Offender Pardon” after you completed your sentence. (TIP: a “First Offender Pardon” is NOT an expungement; you should still pursue an expungement after a first offender pardon to clean up your criminal record)
Call Dewey & Braud Law to inquire about your expungement eligibility. Dewey & Braud Law, LLC can give you a better idea of your situation and whether or not you will be able to have your case expunged
How Long Does It Take For Your Record To Clear After An Expungement?
Once the expungement is granted, it may still take additional time for all relevant agencies and databases to update their records accordingly. This process can vary and may take weeks to months to complete fully.
It's essential to follow up with the appropriate authorities and agencies to ensure that the expungement process is completed correctly and that your record is cleared properly.
To assist in holding the proper authorities accountable after your expungement is granted, contact Dewey & Braud Law.
How Our Experienced Expungement Lawyers Can Help You
It is highly beneficial to be able to tell an employer, property manager, university, etc. that you have a clean criminal record. Let the Baton Rouge criminal defense lawyers at our firm help you pursue an expungement.
Contact the office to find out if your case is eligible for an expungement. Dial (225) 953-8330 now or contact Dewey & Braud Law, LLC online to schedule your free consultation.
