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A criminal conviction can profoundly impact your life, affecting everything from job opportunities to personal relationships. Employers may hesitate to hire you, and loved ones may struggle to rebuild trust. Fortunately, expungement offers a way to clear certain convictions from your record with the assistance of a skilled criminal defense attorney.
If you’re seeking an expungement in Michigan, contact Ben Hall Law at 517-798-5801 to discuss how we can assist. Our experienced defense attorneys are committed to helping you navigate this process with dedication and expertise.
Expungement is the legal process of removing a criminal conviction from your public record, making it appear as though the conviction never occurred. While the public record is cleared, the court retains a nonpublic record of the conviction. Not all convictions qualify for expungement, so understanding Michigan’s specific eligibility rules is crucial.
Michigan’s expungement laws were updated on January 12, 2015, expanding eligibility. Previously, only individuals with one conviction and no more than two minor offenses could apply. Now, more people qualify, provided they have:
Certain convictions are ineligible for expungement, including:
Additional notes:
To begin the expungement process, you must submit an application to the court where your conviction occurred. Required documents include:
A court hearing will follow, where you’ll present your case to a judge to demonstrate why your conviction should be expunged. Victims and law enforcement involved in your case may support or oppose your application. Providing evidence of a crime-free record since your conviction can strengthen your case.
While it’s possible to pursue expungement on your own, the process is complex, and courts often provide limited guidance. An experienced criminal defense attorney from Ben Hall Law, well-versed in Michigan’s criminal law, can make a significant difference. We will:
Our team is dedicated to telling your story and ensuring every detail of your case is thoroughly evaluated. We work tirelessly to help you achieve a clean record and a fresh start.
If you or a loved one are ready to pursue expungement, contact Ben Hall Law at 517-798-5801. Our experienced Lansing criminal defense attorneys are here to support you every step of the way, ensuring your case is presented effectively and your voice is heard.
Benjamin J. Hall has proudly served both his community and country. He spent 5 years in the Marine Corps, including a tour in Iraq, and later worked nearly 10 years in law enforcement while attending law school. Ben has also been featured in local and national media, sharing insights on Michigan’s child protective services and offering a veteran’s perspective on 9/11.
“Mr. Hall was a huge help. Being a former police officer and a former prosecutor was evident in his knowledge of both traffic and criminal laws. Even when I was willing to accept an initial plea deal, he knew that there was so little evidence against me that we should counter the offer. I went from a potential criminal case to a fine and 0 points. I could not be happier with my outcome. Thank you Mr. Hall!”
Anonymous“I had an excellent experience with this law office. Ben Hall was able to handle my situation promptly and thoroughly, I was thankful we were able to avoided the hassle of going to court. I was looking for housing and if that isn’t an overwhelming task in itself, once I found a place that had vacancies they did not want to allow my support dog and the lady responsible for processing my application began sending me in circles and improperly handled the application process. It was to the point I didn’t think I was going to get housing when I contacted Ben Hall. He dove right in and explained to me the process and options and he guided me how to proceed and also contacted the housing development and let them know what their options were and how this was going to go if they continued to unjustly process my application… I received housing promptly with no further issues! So thankful for this option to pay such a minimal fee to have a lawyer in your corner and build a relationship with them. In a world were nothing is for sure it is a comfort to have such ease of access with this law office.”
Melinda“Ben was very generous with his time and expertise. He asked straightforward questions and offered excellent options to meet our objectives. Amazing turn around on short deadlines. We needed a legal opinion dealing with a conflict of interest on a local school board. WOW! Ben really understood the issues andbour concerns. He produced an amazing 8 page opinion in in a weeks time. And he worked with us on minimizing legal fees.”
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