In the state of Massachusetts how many years do I have to wait to have my record cleared?

Any info you can give me would be helpful.In the state of Massachusetts how many years do I have to wait to have my record cleared?
How long do you plan on living?


Once it is on the book, it stays on the book.


You may do your time and or pay the price, but the offense will always be there.





That is why people should think before they break the law.In the state of Massachusetts how many years do I have to wait to have my record cleared?
anything on record you have to get it expunged,,you might have to get a lawyer to do it for you.


At least that is the law here in IL.





How to Expunge an Old Record


Step1Obtain a copy of your criminal record. Search online or contact your state justice department public information line to determine what state department, exactly, you must request your record from and how much this may cost.


Step2Review your criminal record for all offenses. If there are several, separate and count the number of misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on the state or country, the number and types of offenses will matter when applying for expungement.


Step3Identify how old each offense is. Many states and countries have a statute of limitations with regard to the expungement process.


Step4Obtain the proper petition/application form for requesting expungement and fill it out completely. The state department that held your criminal record will also be able to provide you with the form and/or process instructions for requesting expungement. If they cannot, contact the court that processed the offense.


Step5Petition each court that you were convicted in. Even if the offenses occurred in the same state, file your petition for expungement with the court that processed each one of your offenses.


Step6Follow up on your petition. Understand that if your offenses are eligible for expungement, it will take a while for the justice system to complete the process. Maintain patience, but try not to let too much time pass before checking in on the status of your petition(s).


When Expungement Does Not Apply


Step1Seal your criminal record. Arrests that did not result in conviction cannot be expunged, even though they can still present a barrier to such things as employment or travel. However, they almost always can be sealed (with the exception of arrests for prostitution and driving under the influence/while impaired). Petition the court of your arrest to seal your record if the arrest did not result in a conviction.


Step2Seek a certificate of good conduct. Many states do not expunge or seal certain misdemeanor or felony convictions. They may, however, offer a certificate of good conduct if your conviction is old enough and your conduct is believed to be rehabilitated.



Criminal records are never cleared. They're permanent.