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What is North Carolina’s New Second Chance Act?
On June 10, 2020 the Second Chance Act, dubbed the “clean slate” bill, passed in the House 119-0. This act expands expungement eligibility for nonviolent criminal convictions and allows certain automatic expungements. To “expunge” is the legal process to erase or remove completely a criminal record in the eyes of the law. This act streamlines…
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Getting an Expunction in North Carolina: Clearing My Record
Frequently in our practice we come across a common misconception-background checks only show convictions, not charges. This could not be further from the truth. Each and every time you are charged with a crime, it is reflected on your record. This is true from a simple traffic infraction to a felony. It does not matter…
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
