Business Details
21 Years
experience
Alabama Expungement Law Specialists
Alabama Divorce Lawyer specializes in helping individuals erase arrest records through Alabama's expungement laws. Founded in 2005, our firm combines over 15 years of legal expertise with a deep understanding of criminal defense and expungement procedures. We focus on providing personalized representation to navigate the technical complexities of expungement petitions, ensuring clients meet all eligibility requirements.Our team stays current with legislative changes, including Alabama's 2014 expungement statute, to deliver accurate guidance. We prioritize client education about their rights and options while maintaining strict adherence to ethical standards. Our practice emphasizes transparency in all communications and a commitment to helping clients overcome employment barriers caused by past arrests.
Services
Expungement Services
DUI Expungement
Criminal Record Sealing
Legal Consultation
Court Representation
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in Alabama criminal defense and expungement law
- Our firm pioneered strategies for implementing Alabama's 2014 expungement statute
- We provide detailed guidance on eligibility requirements for dismissed charges
- Our team handles all technical aspects of filing expungement petitions
- We offer transparent explanations of waiting periods and legal timelines
What people say
Expert legal guidance
Successful record clearance
Knowledgeable staff
Professional representation
Timely results
Services
Expungement Services
Our expungement services help erase eligible criminal charges from public records under Alabama law. We specialize in navigating the technical requirements for dismissed cases, including preparing petitions, meeting filing deadlines, and representing clients in court proceedings. Clients receive personalized guidance through the entire process from initial consultation to final record destruction.
DUI Expungement
We assist clients in expunging DUI charges that were dismissed through deferred prosecution programs. Our team ensures proper documentation of program completion and meets all waiting period requirements. We handle both misdemeanor and felony DUI expungement cases that qualify under Alabama's expungement statute.
Legal Consultation
Our initial consultations assess eligibility for expungement based on charge type, dismissal status, and waiting periods. We provide detailed explanations of legal requirements and help clients understand their options for clearing criminal records through Alabama's expungement process.
Court Representation
We represent clients throughout the expungement process including filing petitions, responding to objections, and attending hearings. Our experienced attorneys handle all court communications and ensure proper documentation submission to achieve successful record erasure.
Criminal Record Sealing
Our record sealing services focus on removing dismissed criminal charges from public access. We work with clients to determine which arrests qualify for expungement and coordinate the destruction of records across all relevant law enforcement and court databases.
People
J. Ross Self
Attorney at Law
Practicing since 2005, Ross Self specializes in Alabama expungement law and criminal defense. He graduated first in his class from Birmingham School of Law and has handled cases across 34+ Alabama counties.
Questions
What types of criminal records can be expunged in Alabama?
Alabama allows expungement of dismissed misdemeanor charges, traffic violations, and certain felonies that weren't violent offenses. DUI cases dismissed after deferred prosecution may qualify.
How long does the expungement process take?
After filing, expungement typically takes 3-6 months. Cases without objections may complete faster, while contested petitions require additional court time.
Can I expunge a criminal conviction?
No. Alabama's expungement law only applies to cases dismissed with/without prejudice, no-billed by grand jury, or where the defendant was acquitted at trial.
What are the waiting periods for expungement?
Misdemeanors dismissed without prejudice require 2 years; felonies need 5 years. Cases dismissed with prejudice have 90-day waiting periods for felonies.
How much does expungement cost?
The court filing fee is $300 plus local circuit court fees. Our legal fees depend on case complexity and are discussed during initial consultations.
Will expungement erase my criminal record completely?
Yes. Expunged records are destroyed by law enforcement and courts. You can legally answer 'no' when asked about prior arrests on job applications.
