If I have a felony on my record that was supposed to be sealed when I was a juvenile but wasn’t, what should I do?
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If I have a felony on my record that was supposed to be sealed when I was a juvenile but wasn’t, what should I do?
Asked on July 2, 2012 under Criminal Law, Florida
Answers:
Kevin Bessant / Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You need to consult a criminal defense attorney in your area to review your juvenile record to either 1) go back before the court in an attempt to have the record sealed (most felonies are not sealed, even if you were a juvenile), or 2) Begin the process to have the felony expunged from your criminal history pursuant to the eligibility requirements of your state law.
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