I just found out today after a back ground check that I have a warrant due to a citation in 2011 for dws. I moved shortly after

When you go into court, you will be asking to "quash" the warrant. Sometimes the court will make you pay a warrant fee in order to do so (depending...

Can a person find info and instructions on how to petition a court to be removed from the sex registration requirement?

You may be required to petition the court in California. You will need to consult with an attorney to know for sure. Perhaps a local legal aid...

Sealing/expungement

It would have to happen in Washington. Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to hire a Washington attorney to take care of it for you...

Have you ever been convicted of a crime?

I agree with the prior answer. Negligent Driving 1st Degree is a crime, which would show up on your criminal record. Negligent Driving 2nd Degree...

Can a cop refuse to tell you why you are arrested and delay your Miranda rights for 10 minutes or longer? Can they omit your sto

An officer is not legally required to tell you why you are being arrested or what charges you might face. If you ask, "Am I free to go?", they are...

A deferred sentence involves a criminal conviction with a built-in "expiration date." Typically, the way this works is you plead guilty to an...

What happens if I am in compliance with a Temporary Sexual Assault Protection Order but cannot appear in court?

If this was a SAPO connected to criminal charges, and you fail to appear in court, a bench warrant will be issued for your arrest. If this was a...

When I was 11 I was charged with child molestation in the first degree. How can I get this off my record?

It sounds like this case was handled in juvenile court, not adult court. Assuming that is the case, there is a petition process you can go through...

Is it possible to reduce a 1st offense DUI charge after serving 5-year probation? (WA)

I agree with all the other answers. Unfortunately, you cannot get a charge reduced post-conviction. So, no.

When can I get my dismissed case expunged?

Your PD was incorrect, in that there is nothing you would be doing in court for this. The only real option would be petitioning the Washington...