If a judge adjudicated me guilty 17 years ago of a crime and I’ve since gotten my rights restored, Can I now get that conviction over turned?
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If a judge adjudicated me guilty 17 years ago of a crime and I’ve since gotten my rights restored, Can I now get that conviction over turned?
Asked on October 17, 2014 under Criminal Law, Florida
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Having your rights restored by the Board of Clemency does not necessarily mean that your conviction can be overturned. The Board does not make a determination on your guilt or innocence but only looks to see how you have behaved since the conviction and if you have come far enough to be able to have your right to vote, serve on a jury, etc., restored.
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