What is an Expungement in Indiana?
In Indiana expungement law, most misdemeanor convictions can be expunged. It is the law that states that you must wait five years after the date of your conviction to petition for a misdemeanor expungement. Further, you must have no other pending charges, and you must have completed your sentence for the crime.
An Expungement in Indiana
Have you decided to get an Indiana expungement? Call Indianapolis, Indiana expungement attorney, B.D. Williams, Esq, at 317-500-4857 as soon as possible to begin the expungement process started as soon as possible. It’s time to start your life over. Get an expungement today!
FAQ’s About Indiana Expungement
Q: How long does an expungement take in Indiana?
A: In the State of Indiana, in 2020, the average estimated time period to complete an expungement is at five months. It is a fact, however, that some expungements will be completed in a shorter period of time.
Q: Why do some Indiana expungements take longer than others?
A: There are some items that need to be resolved in order for an expungement to be completed include, the circumstances of your case, the time period since the conviction, more quickly and some will take longer, the facts of the case, and if there are any objections that need to be addressed with the Prosecutor.
Q: Does an Indiana expungement show up on a background check?
A: After an expungement is completed in Indiana, your criminal record history will not show up on a background record check
Q: After your record is expunged, do you need to put your criminal history on a job or rental application?
A: After your criminal record has been expunged, you are completely allowed to answer “no” when asked about a criminal record history on your employment or a rental application.
Q: Can an arrest be expunged in Indiana?
A: Any arrest that do not lead to a conviction can be expunged in Indiana.
Q: If I am arrested, do I have to disclose my criminal record?
A: Because your record has been expunged, you have the ability to deny any prior criminal activity, though the police will be able to see your expunged your criminal record.