Garza
The
Law Firm, PLLC
865.540.8300
KNOXVILLE, TN DUI /DWI DEFENSE ATTORNEY
Tennessee DUI Lawyers Protecting Your Future
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Knoxville Criminal Expungement & Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Expungement
If you have a Tennessee criminal record you need experienced criminal defense lawyer
who will fight to clear your criminal record. At The Garza Law Firm, you will consult
with experienced criminal lawyer who has had cases expunged in Tennessee. We will
represent you throughout the entire proceeding.
Expungement is a legal process by
which a criminal conviction is dismissed. A guilty plea, “no contest” plea or a finding
of guilt by a judge or jury is set aside and the case is dismissed. An expungement
relieves the defendant of certain penalties and disabilities that result from a criminal
action. The arrest, prosecution and conviction records remain in the file and a notation
is placed in the file that the conviction has been dismissed. As is commonly believed,
an expungement does not seal or destroy your criminal records. Not all criminal convictions
can be expunged. Most misdemeanors qualify for expungement.
A qualified, Tennessee
criminal defense Expungement attorney, can assist in determining your expungement
eligibility. If eligible for an expungement, your lawyer will file a petition to
expunge your record. Once granted, an expunged criminal record cannot be reversed.
However, keep in mind that, if after your record has been expunged, you have additional
criminal charges; the expunged convictions can be used against you. And, on all government-
Because of
work and family commitments and the uncertainty and risk of trial, many of our clients
prefer to resolve their cases without a trial. If that is your preference, we will
work to achieve the best possible result for you. In most cases, a resolution can
be worked out that is satisfactory to you. Successful resolutions include jail alternatives
like house arrest, reduced fines, and reduced/dismissed charges. Because of work
most people can't have a criminal history, so we work to negate any negative consequences
to your criminal record. We will keep you informed of the status of your case as
it progresses to assure you understand what is occurring. You can always contact
our office where you will speak to a person regarding any questions you may have
in your case.
Your freedom and record are too important to entrust to an inexperienced
criminal defense lawyer contact the Garza Law Firm today for a free consultation.
“From the VERY BEGINNING, he took the time to meticulously describe my situation and every angle available to me with complete confidence of his abilities. ”