If your California charges were dropped, the arrest itself can often still be cleared, either automatically by the state or through a petition you file in court. Here is how the two routes differ, who qualifies, and what a sealing order actually changes.
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Navigating the job market can be tough as it is, but for individuals with a criminal record, the challenges can be significant. From limited job opportunities to difficulties obtaining professional licenses, the impact of a past conviction can be far-reaching. One major hurdle is the job search. Employers often conduct background checks, and a criminal…
Continue reading ›Many people convicted of crimes who are not American citizens find that certain convictions can prevent them from becoming citizens or at least make it much more difficult to do so. Generally, but not always, felony convictions having to do with violence, drug sales and other offenses can cause an individual to have great hardship…
Continue reading ›In today’s economic environment many people are seeking employment and new career paths. Oftentimes job seekers are surprised to learn that prospective employers will not only secure a credit report on the applicant, but also a criminal record report. Employers become very selective and may never give an applicant a second glance if a criminal…
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