I have 2 misdemeanors and one felony, drug charges. They are all related and basically one incident. I want to get my record sealed and was hoping I didn't have to hire a lawyer. I know that I need to get the FDLE thing and then what do I do? Will probation mail me a letter saying that I am done with supervision? Or do I have to ask for this? If so who do I ask? Also, I have a charge that was no-billed, will this be part of the sealed thing? Or will this still appear on my record? Can someone who has actually done this in Florida, give me some guidance I am serious about this but not rich and would like to avoid paying a lawyer to do this if it is something I am capable of doing on my own. Thank you!
2007-09-19 02:23:35 · 3 answers · asked by michael t 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Unless you are under 18, or maybe it is 16, as 18 year olds can be charged as adults, you can't have your record sealed. You have to live with it. You should have thought of this earlier.
2007-09-19 02:29:55 · answer #1 · answered by fairly smart 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not familiar with Florida law but in most states only DP (disorderly person) or misdemeanor charges can be expunged (sealed). Felonies cannot. In some states, drug charges of any level cannot be expunged.
In most cases, only a single charge can be expunged and even then only after a considerable number of years has passed with no further criminal activity.
In most cases, a lawyer is required but you do not have to appear.
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2007-09-19 02:32:27 · answer #2 · answered by Jacob W 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Michael unless your a minor I don't think it is going to happen. If you feel you do have a shot at it I understand it is only the judge/court that can get this done.
2007-09-19 02:31:02 · answer #3 · answered by From Yours Trully 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋