Under West Virginia law, expungement erases certain charges, including DUI charges, from an individual’s criminal record, which can help when you’re trying to land a job or rent an apartment. At Kratovil & Amore PLLC, in Charles Town, WV, the criminal defense attorneys know how complex the expungement laws are, and they help people navigate through them.

Here’s why you should hire a lawyer to expunge a DUI charge:  

Effectiveness & Savings

One set of rules applies if you were charged with DUI, but the charges were dismissed, or the court found you not guilty; different rules apply if you were convicted of DUI because you pled guilty or the court found you guilty. In addition, some records cannot be expunged if certain conditions exist. Your lawyer knows which conditions will permit an expungement, and this could save you time and money.  

Avoid Case Dismissal

There are several steps to the expungement process, and missteps will cause your case to be dismissed. When you hire an experienced lawyer, you can rest assured that they will undertake all the steps properly on your behalf.

First Offender Treatment

By completing certain treatment programs and meeting other requirements, you may qualify for expungement if your DUI charge was a first-time offense. An experienced criminal defense lawyer will give you sound legal advice about these special provisions.

Led by dedicated attorney and firm founder James T. Kratovil, the experienced criminal defense lawyers of Kratovil & Amore PLLC offer strong, skillful, and effective advocacy. Whether you need a DUI defense, expungement or legal advice and representation for other criminal charges, this firm is sensitive to your situation, and will work hard to achieve the best possible resolution. Call (304) 728-7718 for your consultation appointment, and visit their website for more information today.