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There are multiple types of post-conviction relief that are potentially available to those with a prior criminal offense on their permanent records. People are often aware that the President of the United States of America has the necessary authority to pardon...
When your name is on the sex offender registry, it can feel like you wear a label for all to see. Unfortunately, it can also impact most of your life, from employment opportunities and housing to social interactions. What if you could strike your name from this list...
People who have a criminal record may quickly realize that it can prevent them from being able to do certain things. For some, even one criminal conviction can decrease their ability to get the job they want or to advance in their career. It’s sometimes possible for...
If you have a criminal record, a certificate of restoration of opportunity (CROP) can help you overcome barriers to employment, housing and other opportunities. As a court-issued document, it serves as an official recognition that you have made significant progress in...
Life is full of second chances. However, for someone with a criminal history, the path to that fresh start is full of obstacles. Fortunately, there are systems in place that will allow you to put your past behind you and move on. What is expungement? Expungement is...
Even though Washington has a reputation for somewhat lenient drug laws, thousands of people still get arrested and prosecuted for substance-related offenses every year. Those who plead guilty or get convicted have to cope with having a criminal record that may follow...
When you apply for a presidential pardon, you must supply at least three character references or “affidavits” with your application – but not just anybody will do. You cannot ask anybody related to you by blood or marriage to serve as your character reference, nor may...
Unfortunately, a mistake you made as a minor that ended up on your juvenile court records may affect your ability to get a job, housing and benefits in the future. Luckily, Washington state allows residents to seal such records, making them unavailable to the public. ...
The power of clemency is one of the most profound (and controversial) aspects of presidential authority. Statistically speaking, there are more petitions for clemency sitting before the current president than ever before, and every election cycle brings new...
Once you have fulfilled the obligations of your conviction, you are ready to move on and get a fresh start. Part of that is restoring the civil rights you are legally entitled to as a United States citizen. Unfortunately, it may not be as straightforward as you might...