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For certain people in St. Charles Parish and in parishes across Louisiana, it may be possible to erase an arrest — and even some convictions — from a criminal record. If you get an expungement, you’re no longer held hostage to a mistake from your past. At Marino Law Firm, LLC, of Destrehan, our attorneys understand how expungements work, and we can help you determine if you qualify. Contact a skilled Destrehan expungements lawyer to take legal action.
For over 35 years, the dedicated attorneys at the Marino Law Firm, LLC, have provided quality expungement services for locals across the southeast river parishes of the Bayou State. We have worked on a wide variety of expungement matters, and we understand the nuance involved in these complex cases. We’re happy to answer any questions you may have about the expungement process specific to St. Charles Parish as well as other Southeast Louisiana Parishes.
As a father-and-son team, our firm can discuss your specific situation. Founded on Mark’s reputation for elite courtroom advocacy, our firm blends decades of experience with Orrin’s modern, results-driven strategies. Together, they protect every client and help you move forward with your life.
Get control of your future. Call us today to learn about your rights and options for pursuing an expungement. Our office is conveniently located in the heart of Destrehan. We’re just two blocks from the historic Destrehan Plantation.
Many people are arrested and never face criminal charges. If this has happened to you, you could still face problems when trying to apply for certain jobs. That is because the arrest is not erased from your criminal record. A simple mistake could do severe damage to your future. That is why expungement exists.
In Louisiana, you can expunge many arrests and some convictions from your record if you meet certain conditions. These include if there were no charges filed, you were acquitted, or you completed the terms of your sentence or diversion program. The types of crimes that may qualify for an expungement may include:
If you receive an expungement, police and prosecutors can see the arrest on your record. However, you can mark that you have never been arrested or convicted of a crime on a job or housing application without having to worry about a background check.
Receiving an expungement is not easy. Our lawyers can carefully review the details of your arrest and conviction to help you determine if you qualify. With more than 35 years of criminal defense experience, we are well-equipped to help you through the process.
While certain aspects of the expungement process, such as evidence collection, can vary with each case, the expungement process in St. Charles Parish generally follows the same steps. These include:
For Destrehan residents, an expungement case typically routes through the St. Charles Parish court offices, and requirements may differ depending on whether the underlying offense was district, municipal, or traffic. Your lawyer can help you better understand the nature of your charges, whether they’re eligible for expungement, and help you request expungement through the proper legal channels.
People who try to handle their own expungements often cause delays or make costly mistakes, including:
While the expungement process is managed by the Parish Clerk of Court and the District Attorney’s office, a skilled attorney can oversee your proceedings, help move your case forward, and represent your case in front of a judge. Expungement cases in Destrehan can take months or even years to settle, making it crucial that you avoid unnecessary errors that could delay your case.
In the fiscal year 2023, over 760 individuals were sentenced for some type of criminal charge in Louisiana. However, a criminal record does not automatically mean that an individual is going to be an ongoing threat to society. Many people make one-time mistakes or work to reform their actions, working to put the past behind them, and an attorney can help you prove that in court.
Expungements offer individuals across the country the chance to move past their mistakes and take charge of their lives. When you hire an experienced expungement attorney from Marino Law Firm, LLC, our team can help determine whether you’re eligible for an expungement and help you prepare all of the required legal paperwork, confirming your eligibility for the program. We can also help you collect evidence that helps you secure your expungement.
If you or a family member needs to hire an expungement lawyer serving Destrehan, give us a call. Our father-and-son attorney team of Mark and Orrin can help discuss your specific situation right away. You can contact us today at 985-800-7096 to schedule a consultation at our Destrehan office with one of our experienced attorneys to learn more about your options.
During regular business hours, you can contact our office to tell us about any urgent updates to your case. Our skilled staff can answer nonlegal questions and relay important information to our lawyers.
Contact us to set up your initial consultation with our team.
Marino Law Firm, LLC, represents clients throughout southeast Louisiana’s river parishes. During regular business hours, call our Destrehan, Louisiana, office-toll free at 985-764-1515 with any urgent matters, including updates to an existing case. Our staff is available to take messages, schedule appointments and answer question about nonlegal matters. Contact us to arrange a consultation with an experienced Destrehan family law attorney and criminal defense lawyer.
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