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Misdemeanor Larceny

Discussion in 'Criminal Records, Expungement' started by TashaMac, Aug 17, 2015.

  1. Aug 17, 2015 #1
    TashaMac

    TashaMac Law Topic Starter New Member

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    Back in 2012 I received a misdemeanor larceny charge for stealing in my local Wal-Mart. I plead guilty because I didnt have any money for a lawyer. Well now, its been 3 years and I have been going through hell because this charge has stoppe me from getting jobs an now its hard to take care of my children without a job. I wanted to know coul i get my charge expunged since its the first offense and the only thing on my record? I have noit gotten in any trouble since.
     
    TashaMac, Aug 17, 2015
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  2. Aug 17, 2015 #2
    shrinkmaster

    shrinkmaster Well-Known Member

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    In general it you cannot seek to expunge a record for 7 years. You should have requested a public defender and then sought ACD or Diversion which could have protected your record
     
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  3. Aug 18, 2015 #3
    Betty3

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    Here is a link with info on NC expungements for informational/educational purposes only - not giving legal advice.

    Summary of NC Expunctions 2015 | NC Justice Center

    It might have been best if you hadn't named the store in your post for your protection.

    I might mention that an expungement doesn't mean the event/incident is removed from everyone's view.
     
    Betty3, Aug 18, 2015
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