California DUI Lawyer Darren Kavinoky

If you've been convicted of a California criminal offense, you may believe that your record will haunt you for the rest of your life and deny you access to jobs, housing, education and other opportunities. However, it may be possible to clean up your criminal record through a process called post-conviction relief. An experienced California appellate attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm can review your record and advise you of the best way to go about clearing up your criminal record.

The best approach to clearing up your California criminal record will depend on several factors - whether you were convicted of a misdemeanor or a felony, whether your conviction took place in state or federal court, and whether or not you've already been sentenced for your offense.

Clearing up a conviction in California state court may involve expungement, withdrawing your guilty plea, either before or after sentencing. Filing a writ of habeas corpus, appealing your conviction, making a motion for a new trial, or submitting a sentencing memorandum may help you to resolve your case favorably. Obtaining a certificate of rehabilitation and pardon or seeking a pardon directly from the governor may also be an option. It may also be possible to obtain your release on bail even after you're convicted.

If your case originated in a California federal court, withdrawing your guilty plea either before or after sentencing may also be an option. A petition for a writ of habeas corpus or a bid for a new trial may also be an option. Representation at sentencing and/or the submission of a sentencing memorandum may help you to receive fairer punishment. It may also be possible to obtain your release on bail prior to sentencing or appeal.

If you're like many individuals convicted of a criminal offense in California, you may be concerned about restoring your firearm rights or getting relief from the obligation to register as a sex offender. Regardless of your situation, a skilled California post-conviction relief attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm may be able to help.

Clearing up your California criminal record has enormous benefits in the areas of employment, housing, education and other opportunities. There are many post-conviction relief options available to you. For answers to all of your questions regarding cleaning up a California criminal record, please contact a skilled appellate attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm today for a free consultation.