Sample Letter To Judge For Expungement In Nevada
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Instructions for writing the letters: Introduction: Write the date. First Paragraph (write 3-5 sentences): Introduce yourself to the judge. Second Paragraph (write 3-5 sentences): What are the positive character traits of the person who is trying to clear their record? ... Third Paragraph (write 3-5 sentences). Closing:
Declaration: Acknowledge the conviction and take responsibility for your actions. Circumstances: Describe the life circumstances at the time of the conviction. Steps Taken: Detail the positive steps you've taken since the conviction. Reasons for Expungement: Explain your goals and why you're applying for expungement.
Tell a story: Share a personal anecdote or story that illustrates the defendant's character, growth, or contributions to their community. This can help humanize the defendant and make a stronger case for expungement.
Tell the Judge that you want to have your criminal record sealed, explain the charges you wish to erase from your record and that the proper time has passed. Explain to the Judge that you have been rehabilitated and why it is important to have your record sealed.
Courts, law enforcement, prosecutors, and other criminal justice agencies can access expunged records for future criminal investigations and charging and sentencing decisions.
Clean Slate Legal Assistance Program One in four Nevadans has a criminal conviction on their record, and even more have charges that were dismissed. Almost all of these are eligible to be sealed once certain guidelines are met.
Wait Time to Seal Felony Convictions Nevada Felony ConvictionRecord Sealing Waiting Period Most category D felonies Most category C felonies Most category B felonies 5 years after the case closes Category A felonies Burglary of a residence Felony crimes of violence 10 years after the case closes1 more row •
The new law, referred to by its sponsor as the Nevada Second Chance Act, requires the person convicted of the offense to send a written request to the court which originally convicted them, requesting the sealing. If the prosecuting attorney has no objections to the sealing, the court will grant the request.
Note the times below start when the case closes, provided the defendant has met all other conditions of their sentencing: Category E Felony: 2 years. Category B, C or D Felony: 5 years. Category A: 10 years.
4. Costs Nevada Record Sealing TaskEstimated Costs (Las Vegas Justice Court) Fingerprinting service About $25 Filing Petition and Order to Seal Records with Las Vegas Justice Court $74 Obtaining four certified copies of signed Order to Seal (more or less may be needed) $12 ($3 per copy)3 more rows
