A new Ohio Law could allow someone with up to five felonies a chance to have their record sealed.
A new Ohio law expungement law that went into effect at the end of 2018 could allow someone with up to five felonies a chance to seal their criminal record. The change comes into effect as a result of the opioid epidemic to give those convicted of multiple felonies a chance at a clean slate.
The law allows someone convicted of first, second, or third degree felonies an opportunity to expunge/seal their record. Under the old law, people with up to two misdemeanors and no felonies could make a request. However, the new law gives people with certain felonies the opportunity to pay a small filing fee and petition the court for expungement/ sealing of their record.
If successful, he or she would not have to admit to their past crime on a job application and their record would not be available to the public. However, restrictions exist regarding the type of crime committed and the length of time required to pass before applying.
To find out more information and to learn of the time restrictions for requesting an expungement please contact our office!
