Being arrested for a DUI can have long-term consequences you don’t consider at the moment you decide to get behind the wheel. You may have paid all your fines, served your jail time, and even gotten your driver’s license back, but the DUI is still part of your record, and your arrest and conviction are visible to employers, lenders, insurance companies, and more. You may be wondering if there is a way to expunge your record after your debt is paid.
The hard truth is that once a conviction is entered into your record, it will be there permanently. The good news is that our skilled DUI lawyers will fight the arrest and defend you against the charges to obtain an acquittal. Contact Liberty Law Center at 719-738-8962 for a free consultation. Let us clear your name.
There is hope. Only convictions stay on your criminal record. If the case is resolved differently, it can be expunged from your record. The courts consider expungement petitions if:
There is no guarantee that your record can be expunged, and the process of doing so is complicated. However, our dedicated legal team will work hard to restore your peace of mind.
Many people use the terms sealing records and expunging records interchangeably, but they are, in truth, two different legal procedures related to handling a person’s criminal records. In Colorado, expunging is the process by which the offense is wiped entirely off the person’s record as if it had never happened expunging your record, you can then legally deny that you ever committed the crime in the first place. No record will be left that you were arrested, charged, convicted, or sentenced.
Sealing a criminal record is an entirely different process. When a record is sealed, the record still exists; it is only hidden from public view, including from most, but not all, background checks (there are exceptions to every rule). The record can still be unsealed by government agencies, prosecutors, and police. Also, remember that the record may be unsealed if other charges are brought against you.
As an adult, it is difficult to obtain a DUI expungement. It requires a petition to the court in the county where you received the DUI; it is vital that you consult our trusted legal team at Liberty Law Center to walk you through the process. We understand the detailed requirements for Colorado’s DUI expungement and can put your mind at ease.
The current Colorado standards for expungement are:
Even if you don’t meet the standards for expungement, you may not have to live with the consequence of a criminal record for the rest of your life. We all make poor choices from time to time, and we all make mistakes.
As of January 1, 2022, Colorado updated the law, and if prosecutors did not charge you within one year of your arrest and if it occurred on or after that date, your record will automatically be sealed. If your arrest occurred prior to that date, it may still be possible to have your records sealed. Our DUI lawyers understand the anxiety having a criminal record causes, and at Liberty Law Center, we believe everyone deserves a second chance. Our experienced and dedicated team will be by your side to strategize with you through the entire process.
Every case is different, so it is impossible to lay out an exact picture of the steps involved in sealing a DUI arrest, but a typical snapshot is as follows:
When they are arrested for a DUI, many people believe that the mistake they have made is irreversible and the penalties will follow them forever. Avoiding a conviction is the only way to get your record expunged as an adult.
If you have been arrested and you need the help of an experienced hand to guide you through the process, you can count on us. At Liberty Law Center, we will help you file a petition for expungement or seal a past DUI arrest from your record. Our skilled DUI lawyers will help provide the best conclusion to your case. Call 719-738-8962 for a free consultation.
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