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A mistake you made as a minor that led to a court record can significantly affect your adult life. You may face limited opportunities when it comes to employment, housing, or education. That’s why sealing a juvenile record is often a crucial step toward a fresh start....
A criminal conviction is likely to have a lasting negative impact on an individual's future. People who cannot pass background checks may lose out on certain opportunities. Many landlords perform background checks. It is common practice for employers to look at...
Errors in official criminal records can cause major problems for people seeking post-conviction relief. These problems are often referred to as negative data issues. In Washington state, inaccurate or outdated records can delay or even prevent relief after a...
If you have a criminal record in Washington, you may wonder how to move on with your life. Options like expungement, pardons and certificates of restoration can offer a fresh start. However, each of these routes serves a different purpose and has different effects....
There are several types of post-conviction relief available for those convicted of crimes in Washington state. Some people can successfully appeal a conviction. Others might be eligible for record sealing or expungement. Occasionally, requesting a pardon might be an...
Despite popular belief, a juvenile offense, such as theft, vandalism or assault, does not simply disappear when you become 18 years of age. A mistake you made when you were still a minor can end up creating a lot of difficulties for you as an adult. You may face...
People in the State of Washington who have a criminal history sometimes have the unique option of receiving a Certificate of Restoration of Opportunity (CROP). This is meant to help combat some of the challenges that come with securing housing, obtaining a...
In Washington State, courts often order convicts to participate in community custody. Known in other places as parole, community custody can impose a wide range of restrictions. People under community custody may not be able to drive or leave certain geographic...
One of the most consequential results of a conviction for certain crimes is the public exposure. Anyone convicted of a sex offense as defined by RCW 9a.44.130 must register as a sex offender in a public database. This can affect your employment and housing...
Criminal charges can sometimes be tried at the state or federal level. For example, transporting illegal drugs within a state might result in state-level charges and a conviction in state court. However, in some circumstances, the federal government takes over...