Expungement Archives - John W. Tumelty

STATE v. HENDRICKS — NEW JERSEY MURDER TRIAL — "NOT GUILTY" VERDICT

Mr. Tumelty represented Helena Hendricks, who was charged with first degree murder in Atlantic County Superior Court. The defendant faced a number of additional charges, including armed robbery, conspiracy and possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose. At the conclusion of a jury trial that lasted three weeks, the defendant was found "not guilty" of all charges.

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Creating an Easier Path for Ex-Offenders to Make a Fresh Start

February 8, 2018

Being convicted of a crime in New Jersey and dealing with the unfortunate consequences that follow are never easy situations to handle. In most cases, even those with minimal convictions struggle to move beyond their criminal record and start a new life. However, Governor Chris Christie may have finally changed things for the better with […]

What You Need to Know About Conviction Expungements in New Jersey

December 21, 2017

Did you know that not every crime is eligible to be expunged from your record in New Jersey? Only certain types of crimes are eligible for this action, but it can help to ensure that you have the maximum opportunities in the future after you have served the sentence for your crime. Many employment applications […]

The Process For Expunging a Criminal Record In NJ

November 7, 2017

New Jersey laws regarding expungement of a criminal record are complex. Some offenders aren’t eligible for expungement. Expunging a criminal record means the record is wiped completely clean. Unlike a sealed record, no one can view the previous violator’s record after expungement—because it no longer exists. Expunging the criminal record in New Jersey is a […]

How Long Does It Take For A Case to Get Expunged?

August 22, 2017

In 2016, Governor Chris Christie signed a law that provides additional opportunities for individuals to clear their names in an overhaul of New Jersey’s expungement system. The new legislation cuts the expungement waiting period by 50 percent and makes some graduates of drug court eligible to have records sealed. Expungement helps people who’ve served time […]

New Jersey Supreme Court Limits Expungement Guidelines

September 10, 2015

A criminal conviction in New Jersey can cost you significant fines and time behind bars. However, the real impact of a conviction can last forever. A black mark on your permanent record can keep you from getting a good job, a mortgage or lease and can tarnish your reputation. For many years, it was possible […]