Massachusetts Criminal Records Expungement & Sealing

After a person has been charged with a crime in Massachusetts, a notation of his/her arrest and charge is made within his/her criminal record.  These notations appear as negative markers and indicate that the person has a criminal history.  A person's criminal record will stay with him/her forever, which is why it is so important that it remains clear of criminal arrests and charges.

The reason a person should always want to have a clear criminal record is that his/her record is accessible to the general public.  For example, if the person decided to apply for a job, his/her potential employer could access and review his/her criminal record.  If there are charges or arrests noted within the record, the person could be denied the job opportunity.  This same concept applies for housing, education facilities, and even when the person tries to obtain bank loans.

Luckily, there is a way in which people can have their arrests and criminal charges removed from their criminal record through a process known as expungement or sealing.  Under certain circumstances a person can have the record of his criminal case expunged or erased from his record. If his/her expungement petition is successful, the arrest or charge will be "removed" from his/her criminal record.  This means that the general public will not have access to this information, which will allow the person to carry forward with his/her life without worrying about past mistakes.

If you are considering filing for expungement, it is advisable that you consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney who is familiar with the expungement and sealing process.  A lawyer can help you file your petition and provide valuable insight throughout the expungement/sealing process.

Massachusetts County Records Expungement & Sealing Law Firm

The Law Office of Keegan & Flanagan has represented clients who have wanted to expunge and/or seal their criminal records throughout the state of Massachusetts.  At the Law Office of Keegan & Flanagan, we are committed to aggressively pursuing the best possible outcome for each and every one of our clients.

Call Keegan & Flanagan today for your free initial consultation at 617-472-8400.