Expungements / Sealing

Record Sealing Attorney in Massachusetts

In Massachusetts, criminal records are not eligible for “expungement,” but they may be subject to a “record sealing.” If you have been convicted of certain crimes listed in the record sealing statute, Mass. General Laws c.276 § 100A, you may be able to seal your criminal record after a certain period of time since your case closed. The length of time depends on the type of crime committed. To discuss having your Massachusetts criminal record sealed, contact Massachusetts Record Sealing Attorney Kevin R. Collins for a complimentary case consultation.

Attorney Kevin R. Collins has successfully represented numerous clients with Petitions to Seal their criminal records. Attorney Collins finds it immensely rewarding to enable individuals to move on with their lives without the threat of their criminal convictions harming their employment chances or other opportunities.

What are the Requirements of a Petition to Seal?

If you were convicted of a misdemeanor crime in Massachusetts, you may file a petition for a record sealing, but you must wait until three years after you were found guilty or after any jail or prison time, whichever date is later. If you were convicted of a felony in Massachusetts, you may file a petition for record sealing, but you must wait until seven years after you were found guilty or after any jail or prison time, whichever date is later.

Do I Need an Attorney to File a Petition to Seal?

To file a petition for a record sealing in Massachusetts, you will need to file the proper documents with the court including an affidavit containing information about your current life situation. Specific forms are required to be filed, and the correct form depends on the type of crime committed. When it comes to getting a job or a bank loan, having a clean record can often make an enormous difference. If you are considering a petition for record sealing, you should not leave anything to chance. The best course of action is to speak with an experienced Massachusetts attorney who understands the state’s record sealing laws. If you are interested in obtaining a clean record, contact Massachusetts Record Sealing Attorney Kevin R. Collins. Attorney Collins offers a complimentary initial consultation and competitive payment plans.

Attorney Kevin R. Collins serves clients throughout Massachusetts, including, but not limited to, those in the following localities: Barnstable County including Barnstable; Bristol County including New Bedford; Essex County including Lawrence and Salem; Middlesex County including Cambridge, Everett, Framingham, Lowell, Malden, Medford, Newton, Natick, Somerville, and Waltham; Norfolk County including Braintree, Brookline, Franklin, Quincy, Randolph, and Weymouth; Plymouth County including Brockton; Suffolk County including Boston; and Worcester County including Worcester.