TYLER & WILSON, LLP

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Arthur Khachatourians Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney 5455 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1925, Los Angeles, California 90036 Firm: (323) 655-7180  Direct: (818) 590-8294 Fax: (323) 655-7122  ak@tyler-law.com

Arthur Khachatourians Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney 5455 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1925, Los Angeles, California 90036 Firm: (323) 655-7180  Direct: (818) 590-8294 Fax: (323) 655-7122  ak@tyler-law.com

California Criminal Defense Attorneys Aggressively Defending Felony and Misdemeanor Charges Filed in Los Angeles, Orange County, San Bernardino, and Riverside Superior Courts involving Penal Code, Health and Safety, Welfare and Institutions Code, and Vehicle Code Violations.

Frequently Asked Questions: 1. What is an expungement? In California, expungement is the process used to clear your criminal record by petitioning to the court to set aside, vacate and dismiss your conviction in its entirety. If you have ever been convicted of a crime, you may  use the expungement process to clear your criminal record. 2. Why should I expunge my Criminal Record? There are 4 good reasons why a person convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor should hire a  qualified attorney to expunge their criminal conviction: Job Applications - Almost all employment applications, inquire as to whether the applicant has been convicted of a crime. By having your record expunged, your criminal record does not reflect a conviction. As such, you can truthfully answer that you are not convicted of a crime. Our firm will successfully set aside your guilty plea or you guilty verdict, vacate and dismiss the conviction in its entirety. Professional Licenses - Almost all applications for professional licenses and certifications inquire as to whether you have been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor. Expunging your record increases your chances of acceptance by the admission committee for professional licenses that obtain your criminal record from the Department of Justice - Livescan. Teachers, Realtors, Brokers, Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and other professionals who have a conviction should obtain representation to successfully expunge and dismiss their criminal conviction. A successful expungement may allow you to obtain the professional license or certification that you have worked so hard to get. Independent Background Searches - Employers utilize private companies to conduct background searches on their potential applicants prior to hire. Majority of these search companies will first conduct a preliminary online search to inquire whether there is any convictions in the name of the applicant. If the applicant's name indicates a case with a conviction, they will then initiate the next step by sending a "runner" to the courthouse to retrieve the case disposition for the employer. If the applicant's name appears with a dismissal because of a successful expungement, the search company informs the employer that the applicant has no criminal convictions on file. Peace of Mind - Making sure that your criminal record does not reflect a conviction, provides for peace of mind. It is about time to bring closure to the mistakes that were once made. The California expungement process allows for finality. It allows you to put the past in the past. It allows you to look forward in your professional advancement without having the mistakes of the past haunt you. 3. How long does it take to get the case Expunged? Penal Code §1203.4 requires that the Defendant or his Attorney to provide the prosecuting attorney 15 days notice prior to the court granting relief. Our firm takes control of the entire expungement process by constantly verifying with the probation department, the prosecuting attorney, and the court to ensure that your case is expunged without delay. The entire process takes about 4 to 6 weeks from the day your petition is filed with the court. However, this still may vary from case to case and from court to court. 4. Can I have my Felony reduced to a Misdemeanor? Certain felony convictions may be reduced to misdemeanors if the crime is classified as a "wobbler." A wobbler always the prosecutor to file the case as a felony or a misdemeanor. If you have been convicted of a felony that is a wobbler, we will first petition the court to reduce the conviction to a misdemeanor and then expunge the conviction. 5. Can I expunge a Felony Case? Even if your conviction cannot be reduced to a misdemeanor felony convictions may be expunged if you did not serve any prison time and you have completed your probationary terms. 6. What If I am still on Probation, can I have my Probation Terminated? The courts have broad discretion to revoke, reinstate, modify, and terminate your probation. Usually court will grant a motion for early termination of probation if the defendant has completed half the probationary period and has had no violations. Since the courts have a broad discretion in modifying and/or terminating the terms and conditions of your probation, our firm is successful in convincing the court that your rehabilitation and good conduct warrants early termination of your probation. 7. What Are Some Limitations to a California Expungement? Certain limitations apply to an expunged case depending on the conviction. Defendants are to disclose the conviction in response to an application or questionnaire for public office, state or local licensing, or contracting with the California State Lottery. However, an expungement may act as a mitigating factor when applying for a professional license or public office. 8. How much does it Cost to Expunge my California Conviction? Our Firm will prepare the necessary documents to terminate your probation, reduce your felony to a misdemeanor, and expunge your criminal conviction.  Upon completion, our Firm will provide you with a copy of a court order that indicates that your petition has been granted and that your conviction has been set aside, vacated and dismissed.  Fees may vary from case to case depending on the nature of the case and the extent of time and additional costs. Call for a free consultation.

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