Can I get a misdomeanor sealed or expunged?
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Can I get a misdomeanor sealed or expunged?
I have a misdemeanor on my background that is stopping me from getting a good paying job. It is 1 count of attempt to theft/identity that happened about 3 1/2 years ago. I did 1 year of probation which was satisfactory. I wanted to know is there a way that I can get it sealed or expunged off my information? It is the only thing I have that affects my background search.
Asked on July 18, 2017 under Criminal Law, New Mexico
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Unfortunatley, as a general rule in NM, it is not possible to "expunge" (i.e.clear or seal) a conviction of a criminal record, even if probation as been completed. The state only allows adult criminal records to be expunged in very limited circumstances. For further informaion, you should consult directly with a local criminal law attorney who can best advise you further.
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