Can I get it Expunged or do I have to take it to court? Criminal Records, Expungement

Don't be deceived, again. Expunging a conviction doesn't remove or erase the conviction. All an expungement does is try to conceal or hide the conviction. Notice, I didn't say seal. You'd be surprised at who sees what.

As far as the police telling you to plead guilty, that won't be believed by many, even if its true. A long, complicated, explanation is often taken with suspicion. The truth is simple, seen readily by all, and requires very few words.

It's best just to tell exactly what happened. Tell it straight to the point, but end it on a positive, upbeat tone. And, always ask for the job. You're selling yourself during a job interview. You often have as little as 10-15 minutes to convince the interviewer to hire you.

At age 17 I got into a fight with another teenager. I was arrested and subsequently pled guilty in an attempt to try and do the right thing. That was my second mistake.

However, over the last five years (or so), I graduated from Job Corps with my GED and a certificate as a Medical Assistant.

I've learned from my past. I did very well in my Job Corps studies. I'm a hard worker, a better person, and a peaceful person.

I don't drink alcohol, do illegal drugs, or abuse legal drugs. I lead a normal, law abiding life and would give you 125% effort everyday if you hire me.

Yes, you can seek an expungement of the charge. Before you proceed, speak to a couple local attorneys and educate yourself by researching what must be done. At least it'll make you feel better. The only way for that conviction to be wiped way is a full pardon from our state's governor. Those, my new friend, are scarcer than winning lottery tickets. They are parceled out to party loyalists and wealthy, connected felons.