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Does your criminal record follow you for the rest of your life?

Unfortunately, the length of criminal records have long-lasting affects. A criminal record hinders not only your record but can effect ones chance with job opportunities, credit, public benefits, housing options, and alike.

The majority of all criminal records remain with you for the rest of your life. In most cases, felony convictions remain with you forever as well as most misdemeanors.

Depending on the outcome of your misdemeanor case, you may be eligible to overcome your record for future employment and other future endeavors, such as college.

Juvenile records or convictions are sealed by law in most cases. However, even a sealed record may appear on searches by government institutions.

What options do you have to remove minor convictions? Well, it is important to seek counsel with a Criminal Defense Attorney to find out in your circumstance what options you may have. In some situations you may be eligible to expunge your record. Expunging your record removes a past conviction from staying with you in the future.

Can I get a criminal record sealed or expunged?

Yes. In Florida, Florida Statutes (FS) 943.0585 and 943.059 — and Administrative Procedures Act (APA) rule 11c-7 — outline the requirements and procedures for having a criminal history record sealed or expunged.

You can speak with an attorney to see if you qualify for an expungement. Know your rights. Call and speak with Blick Law Firm for a free consultation to see if you are able to free your past for a new tomorrow!

Call for a free consultation at 813-931-0840.

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Q: What are the punishments for street racing on the highway?

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Q: I attend school as an out of state resident. Do I need to get a Florida Driver’s License?

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Q: Who is liable if I get into an auto accident while driving a friend’s car and the other party is at fault?

 

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Q: If I file for bankruptcy can I still keep my house?

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Filing bankruptcy and steps to rebuilding your credit

 

 

 

 

 

The word bankruptcy may come as a bit of a heavy. There is a common misconception that once you file for bankruptcy it takes years to build back your credit. While a bankruptcy will remain on your credit report for many years, you can rebuild your credit again!

Bankruptcy is not a decision to take lightly and if you feel the burden from financial pressure and debt, bankruptcy may be your only relief. In life sometimes you must go back in order to move forward.

Although filing for bankruptcy will be reflected on your credit report for seven to 10 years, this does not mean that you can’t rebuild your credit immediately upon filing and your case is completed. In some instances after filing bankruptcy creditors may regard you as a better credit risk due to the fact that your debt has been illuminated.

After filing bankruptcy, you can help your credit score and do other steps better your recover and build up your credit again. The follow steps after filing bankruptcy can help to restore your credit:

  • Paying and remaining current on your monthly bills.
  • Making responsible financial choices.
  • Pay off balances in a timely and efficient manner.

There are many ways to build your credit after filing for personal bankruptcy. Ask your Tampa Bankruptcy attorney today at Blick Law Firm! Call us if you have any concerns or questions regarding your financial situations and how we can assist you recovering from debt.

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