Expungement Law

Expungement law allows for the petitioning of Rhode Island state courts to seal your criminal records. Most importantly, it shields your private matters from public databases, where potential employers, neighbors, family members, and banks have access to your arrest record. 

An Expungement Attorney With Experience

I am experienced and can guide you through the process of expunging your misdemeanor or felony criminal record. The process involves several steps and entails certain limitations which may or may not apply to your case depending on your unique set of circumstances. Several judicial departments are involved in the process, including:
  • The Judicial Records Center
  • The Attorney General’s Bureau of Criminal Identification Unit (BC)
  • The court where the conviction took place
  • The arresting police department
  • The court clerk’s office 
  • The Probation Department (in some cases)
  • The judge who finally grants the expungement 
An experienced attorney can help you file your motion and then see your petition through the proper channels. Simply filing a motion does not guarantee that your expungement will occur. Proceedings can get complicated and oftentimes multiple court hearings may be necessary. In addition, there is often opposition from the District Attorney, requiring a skilled response on your behalf. 

I have experience and have successfully argued many expungement cases. Whether it’s explaining your case before a judge, conducting the necessary research, or responding to written and oral opposition, I will put my experience to work, fighting to clear your record. 
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Find Out if You are Eligible for Expungement

Some cases are eligible for expungement while others are not. An skilled experienced attorney like Peter Hopkins can offer sound legal advice and help with your petition, guiding you every step of the way through the process within the Rhode Island state court system. Call today to find out more, and if you’re eligible, to start the process immediately to seal your records and get the privacy you deserve. 
Call Us: 401-356-1043