Did you know even a dismissed charge can raise concerns in a federal background check for your security clearance or TSA TWIC? In Virginia, and in certain military contexts, eligible charges may be expunged from your record. This could reduce unnecessary risk to your career and remove the charges from public record. Shield Law provides strategic guidance on expungement in Virginia as part of a broader plan to protect your professional career and future.
Under Virginia Code Secton 19.2-392.2, certain charges are eligible for expungement. An expungement is a legal process that removes certain criminal charges from public access. When that record is expunged, the police and court records related to it are sealed from public view and no longer available through ordinary background checks. For many people, an expungement helps them move forward with a fresh start, restores dignity, and protects their professional reputation after a charge was dismissed or a person was found not guilty.
WHO MAY QUALIFY
Your eligibility depends on the law and outcome of your case. In Virginia, expungement has traditionally been available for cases that did NOT end in a conviction, such as:
Expungement is not automatic. It usually requires a formal petition, review by the Commonwealth Attorney, supporting documents, and compliance with court procedures and deadlines. A mistake in filing can delay the process or even lead to a denial. The defense attorney at Shield Law can help:
If you were arrested or charged and want to know whether your record can be expunged, Shield Law can review your case and explain your options. We help clients understand the process, defend their rights, and pursue a fresh start when the law allows.
Take the first step in determining whether you qualify for an expungement in Virginia. Schedule a confidential consultation with the expungement attorney now to discuss your options and next steps. We accept a limited number of matters to provide each client with strategic representation.
