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Expert: - 4/29/2008


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i was convicted in 1/2000 for illegal processing of drug documents went to jail rehab and did probation, my po had told me something about expungement since this is my first and last arrest, can i do this on my own and how or do i need an attorney, i live in ohio, please respond i would really appreciate it.

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April,

  I am wondering if you have contacted your probation officer and asked him how you would go about getting started in the expungment process since he is the person who suggested it?  The reason that I am asking this is because the law is different in every state.  In MY state there is a certain time limit where a person has to begin the expungement process and not everyone is eligible.  It would do you no good for me to tell you about MY state's process since it would be different in Ohio.

  If that fails then I would suggest that you go to the courthouse where you were convicted and meet with someone who is knowledgeable about the process in your state.  

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Please do not ask me about potential jail sentences that you, your friends, or family might receive in court. There is no way for me to know that. Only a judge could answer a question like that. I am also NOT a probation officer or parole officer so I cannot answer questions that relate to parole or probation. Also please keep in mind that every state has different laws. If you are planning to ask a question about a specific law or criminal charge that pertains to your state only it could be difficult to answer. I also cannot give you legal advice on what to do or what not to do in court. Retired police officer with 26 years experience. Worked in the patrol division as well as over 14 years in the detective bureau. Investigated a wide range of crime such as murder, rape, robbery, theft, fraud, missing persons, and other very sensitive crimes. I am available to answer your questions about criminal law and especially as it applies to police work. I taught at the police academy for several years and am especially knowledgeable about search and seizure. Any question about criminal law is welcome! Please don't ask me to do your homework or ask me questions that obviously come from your teachers or professors. I also do not do online interviews or surveys. Young people need to gain face to face interviewing skills. Local police officers usually are very agreeable to assist in these assignments.

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I am a retired police officer with 26 years experience. I investigated almost every type of crime including murder, rape, theft, missing persons, fraud, and domestic abuse. I am very knowledgeable about search and seizure and taught at the police academy for several years on a variety of subjects. I can answer questions that a lot of attorneys cannot since they do not have "street experience".

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Bachelor of Science degree in Criminolgy from the University of Maryland.

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