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Groups of Individuals Who May Be Eligible for Indiana Expungement

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The new Indiana Second Chance laws certainly provide a load of benefits and better opportunities for past offenders. However, not everyone is eligible for criminal record expungement, and perhaps not even for criminal record sealing. Continue reading to learn which groups of individuals with past criminal records may be qualified, as well as, how to get started on your expungement petition.

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Criminal Record Expungement Attorney 317-636-7514

Indiana’s Second Chance law (IC §35-38-9)

⚖ Found Not Guilty (IC §35-38-9-1):

So long as you were found “Not Guilty”, or your charges did not result in juvenile adjudication or a conviction, you may be eligible for expungement. Furthermore, if your charges did end up in juvenile adjudication or a conviction, you may still be eligible if your conviction was later vacated on appeal.

⚖ Convicted of a Misdemeanor (IC §35-38-9-2):

If you were convicted of a misdemeanor, or Level 6 felony offense that was ultimately reduced to a misdemeanor, you may be eligible for expungement.

⚖ Convicted of a Felony (IC §35-38-9-3 and §35-38-9-4):

So long as your felony conviction was not for a violent crime, sex crime, murder, human or sexual trafficking, a felony that resulted in serious bodily injury, or any another type of violent crime, you might be eligible for expungement. You are not if you were convicted while a candidate for, or in office as, an elected government official.

⚖ Convicted of a Violent or Sexual Felony (IC §35-38-9-5):

Those convicted of a violent or sexual-related felony may be eligible for expungement depending on various specific factors. Talk to a criminal defense lawyer to learn your eligibility as a past offender convicted of a violent or sexual felony. You are not eligible if you are a sex offender, or convicted of a violent crime, such as murder, human or sexual trafficking, a felony that resulted in serious bodily injury, and more. Furthermore, you are not eligible if you were convicted while a candidate for, or in office as, an elected official.

How to Start Your Expungement Petition

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Call our Indianapolis criminal defense law firm at 317-636-7514 if you would like to petition for restricted access or expunge an arrest from your criminal record in Indiana. We are happy to provide free initial consultations to discuss your case without any out-of-pocket obligations. And our rates start as low as $850! Whether you are looking to seal or expunge a criminal record, we are the criminal lawyers to trust for a hassle-free petitioning process. Take advantage of this opportunity and get your criminal record expunged this year!

How Does Expungement Prohibit Employers From Discriminating Against Applicants?

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If you have a criminal record from your past that is still lingering around and holding you back from a better life, perhaps it is time to learn what the new expungement laws can do for you. One of the most important and beneficial aspects of the new Indiana Second Chance Law is that it strictly prohibits employers from discriminating against applicants with criminal histories. This means you have a chance at higher employment, promotions, professional licenses, and more.

Continue reading to learn exactly what the Indiana expungement laws say about employer discrimination and applicant rights.

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Indiana Criminal Record Expungement Lawyer 317-636-7514

The Indiana Second Chance Law Helps You Get Better Jobs

If you want to know what the Indiana Second Chance law states about employers and discrimination against applicants with criminal records, you will need to refer to the Indiana Expungement Statue, IC-35-38-9-10(b), which specifically states:

“(b) It is unlawful discrimination for any person to…

(1) suspend;

(2) expel;

(3) refuse to employ;

(4) refuse to admit;

(5) refuse to grant or renew a license, permit, or certificate necessary to engage in any activity, occupation, or profession;  or

(6) otherwise discriminate against;

…any person because of a conviction or arrest record expunged or sealed under this chapter.”

The statute goes on to say, “The Indiana Expungement Statue states that a person whose record is expunged shall be treated as if the person had never been convicted of the offense.  So after your successful expungement, on any employment application, or other applications, you can legally answer that you have never been convicted of a crime.”

**See Indiana Code 35-38-9, Sealing and Expunging Conviction Records

How to Apply for Record Expungement

The first step to petitioning for criminal record expungement in Indiana is to confirm your eligibility. Unfortunately, not everyone will qualify, as there are several prerequisites and stipulations. For instance, violent and sexual offenses are not eligible for expungement, nor are convictions in which you were found guilty of the crime. Also, a certain amount of time must pass before you can have a criminal record expunged. Read our blog, “Expungement or Record Sealing: Which Do I Qualify For?” to learn more about criminal record expungement and record sealing eligibility.

Professional Expungement Services in Indiana

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Call our Indianapolis criminal record expungement lawyers at 317-636-7514 if you would like to petition for restricted access or expunge an arrest from your criminal record in Indiana. We are happy to provide free initial consultations to discuss your case without any out-of-pocket obligations. And our rates start as low as $850! Whether you are looking to seal or expunge a criminal record, we are the criminal lawyers to trust for a hassle-free petitioning process. Take advantage of this opportunity in Indiana, and get your criminal record expunged this year!