Ohio’s Leader in Expungement and Record Sealing
If you have a criminal record, how much will it cost you not to have an expungement in loss of opportunities, jobs, or advances? Our clients have relied on our expertise to guide them through the expungement process. Get started today with our free eligibility test.
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We are Ohio’s Leader in Expungement and Record Sealing. Our Ohio law firm has been in business and located in central Ohio since 1988. We represent clients in all 88 counties in Ohio and some clients who have moved out of state.
As trial attorneys and former prosecutors, we have the knowledge and experience to have your criminal record sealed. We will review your case details with you and provide expert legal counsel on your options for expungement. If we take on your case and are not able to secure an expungement, we will refund any fees associated with your case.
The state of Ohio has dramatically changed the expungement statutes in Ohio over the last several years. If you have been previously turned down for expungement, now is the time to re-evaluate your eligibility. Start with our free, no-obligation eligibility test to get started.
In Ohio, record sealing hides a criminal record from most public background checks, while expungement permanently deletes the record from court files. Many people qualify for record sealing even if they are not eligible for full expungement. Ohio Expungement Law helps individuals determine which option may apply to their situation.
Eligibility depends on factors such as the number of convictions, the type of offense, and whether all court requirements have been completed. Certain misdemeanors and non-violent felonies may qualify once the required waiting period has passed. Ohio Expungement Law helps clients review their record and determine eligibility under Ohio law.
The timeline can vary depending on the court and the complexity of the case. In many situations, expungement or record sealing cases may take several weeks to a few months after the application is filed and reviewed by the court.
Final discharge means the case has been fully completed. This usually includes finishing probation, paying all fines or restitution, and completing any court-ordered requirements. The waiting period for expungement or record sealing typically begins after final discharge.
In most cases, once a record is sealed it will not appear on standard background checks used by employers, landlords, or lenders. However, certain government agencies and law enforcement may still have limited access to sealed records.
Yes. Ohio Expungement Law focuses exclusively on record sealing and expungement cases throughout Ohio. The firm helps individuals determine eligibility, prepare court filings, and pursue the removal of criminal records from public databases.
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I worked with Ohio Expungement Law to get an expungement on two separate occasions, and they successfully secured an expungement both times. I now have clean slate, thanks to the skill and experience From the beginning, the process was easy and any issues or questions I had were answered honestly. I was impressed with how seriously they researched and prepared for my somewhat challenging and unique case. The professionalism was evident in all phases. I couldn’t be more pleased!
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When I first learned about the expungement laws being updated, I was filled with doubt. I reached out to two other local attorneys to discuss if I qualified for getting my record sealed. They seemed upset that I had wasted their time. I persisted further and came across Ohio Expungement Law This persistence paid off. They helped me expunge two felonies and five misdemeanors in multiple counties and cases. I highly recommend this team. When I went to the court hearings, the judge made it a point to explain to me that he has never seen such a capable and thorough representation for this type of matter. If you have an old mistake from the past that keeps rearing its ugly head, I recommend reaching out to Ohio Expungement Law for a conversation on how they can help. They helped change my life and make my future much brighter.
