Will my arrest be automatically expunged or will I be required to file a petition

You are eligible for record restriction. It will not be automatic. A record restriction request must be processed. The firm and instructions are...

If you plead nolo are you still responsible to pay the violation on a traffic ticket in the state of Georgia

Yes, nolo contendere, or "nolo" for short, does not affect the punishment of a criminal offense. It, however, is not an admission of guilt. In...

In a Pretrial Diversion Program does the eligibility criteria require I am either a student or full-time employee?

Pretrial diversion programs, if offered, vary from county to county. The program eligibility requirements are set by the prosecutor. I suggest...

Can you please help me gain perspective on the question below

I read the question at least twice and I still can't follow your question. Can you please restate the question?

What can a felon do to get employment in GA, Move to another state because GA is a no- win situation state.

Your dilemma is common unfortunately for those who have been convicted of a felony. Moving to another state will probably not help you as there is...

Can I hire an attorney to file the paperwork for a record restriction/expunge record with felony convictions 6.5 years old?

Convictions cannot be expunged or restricted under current Georgia Law. Furthermore, even if you obtain a pardon, the arrest and conviction will...

Can my boyfriend take a weed charge for me the day I'm suppose to go to trial and can I fire my lawyer the day of trial

Attempts by others to "take the charge" don't always absolve the one who is actually charged. In fact, sometimes in can lead to another person...

In addition, first offender can only be used if no previous felony convictions.

Was there a new law passed on July 1 that restricted employers from seeing your background?

There was an overhaul of the expungement law which is now known as record restriction. Convictions are still not restrictable. Here is a link to...

What is the name & Information of the law in Georgia that was passed July 1 restricting employers from seeing your background?

If you completed a sentence under the provisions of the Georgia First Offender's Act there it should not appear on your criminal...