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A criminal conviction can follow you into job applications, housing searches, and licensing decisions for years. In Washington, vacating a conviction lets you legally say you were never convicted of that offense. Convictions you can vacate in Washington Washington law...
The criminal justice system provides several ways for people who have served their sentence to seek relief. However, those ineligible for expungement, pardons or vacating a conviction can feel like there is no hope for them. Fortunately, Washington offers the...
A mistake made at 15 or 16 should not define a person's adult life. But in Washington, a juvenile record that stays open can show up on background checks and create barriers to employment, housing, education and military service. The good news is that Washington law...
For many professionals, a past marijuana-related conviction continues to present challenges. Luckily, Washington now offers a more accessible process for clearing marijuana offenses. If you have one on your record, you may qualify for a clean slate. How has...
Sex offender registration exists to protect the community. However, it can become a form of harsh punishment and social humiliation for people with convictions from years ago. Every time an individual subject to registration requirements moves to a new home, they must...
Post-conviction relief or redemption law can provide second chances for people previously convicted of crimes. The sentence imposed by the courts and the criminal record of a conviction combined to seriously limit an individual’s opportunities in life after they plead...
Having a criminal record can certainly impact a person’s life in many ways. It can make it more difficult for them to get a job, for example. Even if they have all of the necessary skills, education and experience, employers may be wary about hiring someone with a...
Yes, Washington’s CROP law can apply even if you have more than one conviction, but each case has to qualify on its own. Here’s what that means and what you’ll need to navigate if your record isn’t simple. Each conviction must meet the criteria on its own To qualify...
Lifetime sex offense registration often feels final. Many people believe it means there is no path forward and no chance to seek removal. That belief is common, but it is not always accurate. In certain situations, lifetime registration does not actually mean...
A criminal record can affect a person for many years after they have completed their sentence. A person who was convicted of a crime may lose housing, employment, child custody and education opportunities. These losses can make it difficult for people to restart their...