Expungements Mean Your Criminal Record In Milwaukee Is Not Forever
A criminal record can follow you for a long time after you’ve served your sentence. That record can mean difficulty finding work and holding certain sensitive positions. However, with the help of an expungements attorney, that record does not have to be long term.
At Laster & Associates, our defense attorneys have extensive experience – over 25 years – of working with the state of Wisconsin. We have helped our clients in Milwaukee get the help they need to seal their records, which can mean an expungement in Wisconsin or considering pursuit of a pardon.
How Do Expungements Help?
An expungement is when the state of Wisconsin removes your criminal record. It no longer shows up on background checks. It is not usable as evidence in another crime. However, not every crime is eligible for expungement, including.
- Felonies higher than Class H
- Violent crimes
- Concealment of the death of a child
- Prior felony convictions
Additionally, anyone convicted of a felony after the age of 25 is not eligible to receive an expungement of their record. Many people meet these requirements, but for those who don’t, there is another option.
Seeking Pardon For A Wisconsin Felony
Pardons are full dismissals of the charges and records against a person. Pardons do not have to happen while someone is behind bars; they can happen well after your release. However, this is not a simple process.
To secure a pardon, you must complete an application, go through a review process and have a hearing to determine if you should receive clemency. The forms and requirements are technical, and proper adherence to the rules is vital for success.
We Help Clients Move Forward
When you’re ready to move on to the next part of your life and put your criminal record behind you, we can help. Contact us at 414-973-1945 or send an email using this form.