If I was charged with shoplifting and have no prior criminal history, can this charged be expunged from my record?

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If I was charged with shoplifting and have no prior criminal history, can this charged be expunged from my record?

I’m older than 18 but younger than 21.

Asked on May 10, 2013 under Criminal Law, Georgia

Answers:

M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 10 years ago | Contributor

It probably can, at least in most jurisdictions. However, if you have just been charged and not yet convicted, then you may be eleigilbe for something know as diversion, at least if you are a first-time offender (which you indicate that you are).

With diverson you will plead guilty to the charge but then be given a special probation. If it is successfully completed, your plea will be withdrawn and the case dismissed. This will leave you with a clean criminal history record. There will be nothng to expunge because it will be as though you were never charged.

At this point you may want to consult with a criminal defense attorney as to your all of this.


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