Can my son get his record sealed or expunged if he received a misdemeanor for larceny?
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Can my son get his record sealed or expunged if he received a misdemeanor for larceny?
My son got charged with larceny when he was yrs old and received a misdemeanor for it. He has had difficulty finding jobs because this is still on his record. He is now yrs and has not committed any crimes since. is there anything he can do to get his record sealed?
Asked on August 12, 2012 under Criminal Law, New York
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Possibly your son may be a candidate for a petition to expunge his prior misdemeanor conviction. He should consult with a criminal defense attorney as to the chances of success and cost. The court looks at the type of conviction, how long ago it was, what the person convicted has done with his or her life since and the reasons why the expungement is sought.
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