Coral Springs Expunge & Seal Records Attorney
Throughout Palm Beach and Broward Counties.
A criminal record can block you from jobs, housing, education, and opportunities you deserve. Florida law allows eligible individuals to expunge or seal their records, giving you the chance to move forward without the burden of past mistakes.
Expungement vs. Record Sealing
Both options remove your record from public view, but there are important differences.
Expungement
Your criminal record is physically destroyed. The court, state attorney, and arresting agency must destroy their records. Even law enforcement cannot access it except in very limited circumstances.
Best for: Those who want complete removal of their record.
Record Sealing
Your record is hidden from public view but still exists. Law enforcement and certain government agencies can still access it. Most employers and landlords cannot see it.
Best for: Those who don't qualify for expungement but want privacy.
Benefits of Clearing Your Record
Better Job Prospects
Most employers won't see your record on background checks, opening doors that were previously closed.
Housing Access
Landlords routinely reject applicants with criminal records. A cleared record removes this barrier.
Educational Opportunities
Colleges and professional licensing boards often check criminal history. Clearing your record helps.
Legal Denial Rights
Once sealed or expunged, you can legally deny the arrest ever occurred on most applications.
Professional Licenses
Many professional licenses require clean records. Clearing your record can restore eligibility.
Peace of Mind
Move forward without the constant burden and stigma of a criminal record following you.
Are You Eligible?
Eligibility for expungement or sealing depends on several factors under Florida law:
May Qualify
- Charges were dropped or dismissed
- Found not guilty at trial
- Adjudication was withheld
- Completed pre-trial diversion
- Non-violent misdemeanors
- Certain non-violent felonies
Cannot Be Expunged
- Sexual offenses
- Crimes against children
- Homicide or manslaughter
- Robbery or carjacking
- Arson
- Aggravated assault/battery
How We Clear Your Record
Eligibility Assessment
We review your criminal history to determine if you qualify for expungement, sealing, or both.
FDLE Application
We prepare and submit your application to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for a Certificate of Eligibility.
Court Petition
Once certified, we file a petition with the court requesting expungement or sealing of your record.
Court Hearing
If required, we represent you at the hearing to ensure the best chance of approval.
Record Cleared
Once approved, agencies are notified to seal or destroy your records. We provide guidance on next steps.
Sealing First, Then Expungement
In many cases, Florida courts require a record to be sealed for at least one year before it can be expunged. We can guide you through this two-step process to achieve complete record destruction if you qualify.
Ready for a Fresh Start?
Don't let your past hold you back. We'll assess your eligibility and guide you through every step of clearing your record. Free consultation.