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How Does A Disorderly Persons Expungement Affect My Employment Prospects?

May 12, 2023

Having a disorderly persons offense on your record can create obstacles when it comes to employment opportunities. However, there is hope through the process of expungement. Expungement is a legal remedy that allows eligible individuals to have certain criminal records sealed or erased. In New Jersey, Gelman Law specializes in expungements and provides valuable guidance to individuals seeking to improve their employment prospects. In this article, we will explore how a disorderly persons expungement ca...

Local Ordinances Offenses Eligible for Expungement Under The Clean Slate Act

Apr 25, 2023

If you were convicted of a local ordinance violation that was originally charged as a criminal offense in New Jersey, you may now be able to have your criminal records expunged under the Clean Slate Act. The Supreme Court of New Jersey ruling on November 19, 2021, regarding expungements under the Clean Slate Act has made it possible for individuals whose criminal charges were downgraded to local ordinance violations to be eligible for local ordinanc...

Are Military Sexual Assault Charges Expungeable?

Apr 11, 2023

Sexual assault charges are serious and often life-changing. This is especially if you are in the military. If you have been charged with sexual assault while serving in the military, you risk losing your rank or even your career in the military. If you are convicted you may end up in prison or have to register as a sex offender. However, the consequences of military sexual assault charges don’t end there. You will have t...