Sample Letter To Judge For Expungement In Ohio
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I fully take responsibility for my past mistakes and deeply regret the impact they caused on others and my life. This conviction does not reflect the person I am today, and I humbly ask the court to consider my petition for expungement based on my personal growth and the changes I have made since my conviction.
You simply write the letter and address to the judge, at his court. It's best to keep such a letter concise, like no more than one page, and when addressing it, it should be directed to ``The Honorable So-and-So, Judge,'' at the court address, the proper salutation being either ``Dear Judge So-and...
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.
Qualifying for Expungement To qualify for expungement, you need to meet all of the conditions described in Section 2953 of the Ohio Revised Code, including: The conviction you are trying to expunge is not one of the crimes precluded by law. You were not subject to a mandatory prison term for the conviction.
Courts, law enforcement, prosecutors, and other criminal justice agencies can access expunged records for future criminal investigations and charging and sentencing decisions.
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.
Which Criminal Records Cannot Be Expunged and Sealed in Ohio? Any first- or second-degree felony, Any violent crime, DUI/OVI, Sexual battery, , Sexual imposition, Gross sexual imposition, Domestic Violence,
Which Criminal Records Cannot Be Expunged and Sealed in Ohio? Any first- or second-degree felony, Any violent crime, DUI/OVI, Sexual battery, , Sexual imposition, Gross sexual imposition, Domestic Violence,
It is a legal process provided under Section 2953 of the Ohio Revised Code that allows one to have any and all references to a prior criminal conviction cleared and their court file sealed. The result of this process is as if you were never convicted of the crime.
