How Long Does a Felony Stay on Your Record?
Being charged with a felony can be a very frightening experience. Not only can a felony result in very serious legal repercussions, such as prison time and exorbitant fines, but it can tarnish your record for a very long period of time.
If you have been charged with a felony crime, it is important that you seek legal assistance from an experienced defense attorney. The practiced Boca Raton criminal defense attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., can help you defend your rights and reputation against those accusing you of wrongdoing. Contact our office today at 561-353-2800 to discuss your case.
How to Get a Felony Off Your Record
Felonies are considered the most serious types of crimes that can be committed. Because of this, those who are charged with or convicted of a felony will almost always have evidence of this occurrence on their record. One exception to this is those who have had their record sealed or had the felony offense expunged from their record. A judge will typically decide whether or not to allow this after considering the following factors:
- Whether or not you were found “not guilty”
- If you have kept a clean record since the offense
- If you were a juvenile convicted of an adult crime
- Whether or not you pose a risk to the general public
After considering these factors, the judge may allow your record to be cleaned or sealed. This is typically the only way a felony charge or conviction will ever be removed from one’s record.
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Because felonies are likely to follow you for much longer if you are convicted rather than just charged, it is imperative that you seek legal assistance after being accused of committing a felony crime. Contact the Boca Raton criminal defense attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., today at 561-353-2800 to learn more about your legal rights and options from a compassionate professional.
