How much is your record costing you is the question you should be wondering.
If you have been convicted of a crime in Michigan and after you have submitted, obeyed, paid the fines, served your sentence and go one day to the next trying to make your life better.as best you can you are likely uaware of the negative impact it can have on your life
A criminal record can continue to be a weight slowing you down from moving on in your life and finding success. Some overcome it while most do not.
Before you look at the actual cost of an expungement you need to look at the cost your past record has on your life and the effect it has on you moving forward in employment, housing and everything you do.
It is crucial to consult with a Michigan expungement attorney before making any decisions. If you do it wrong you may not be able to try again for several years.
Background checks are used by most employers, landlords, and colleges to screen out applicants with criminal records.
Those who have completed their sentence and are seeking to rebuild their lives can face challenges due to their criminal record.
Recently, Michigan has taken steps to address this issue.
In 2020, Michigan implemented clean slate laws
Before the Clean Slate Act, the expungement process was only available to those with specific criminal records, and many offenses were completely excluded from the process.
Even those who qualified could find the process daunting.
The Clean Slate Act has expanded the types of offenses that can be expunged, and it will provide for some automatic expungement of certain convictions in the future.
If you have a criminal record in Michigan, it is important to understand the potential impact it can have on your life and to have an attorney at your side throughout the whole process is important.
The cost for the attorney well out weighs the cost of having a record.
Making Sure your Expungement is Done Correctly
While an expungement does not require the assistance of an attorney, it is not recommended to engage in any interaction with the court system without one.
The court has the power in determining who is granted expungement and who is not.
An incorrect application or preparation can lead to a denial by the court, you will have to wait to apply again for several years.
Do it right the first time. Get a good lawyer.
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