Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

When your charged with a Felony

When you are charged with a Felony - and you are cleared of all charges - how long till its out of the system - how many years do you have to waitl? I was charged with a Felony 7 years ago, all charges were droped. How long is it on record where a employee can see it? My lawyer back then wanted $1200 to make sure it NEVER comes up. - BUT he said there is no guarantee its sealed. It could still come up. So I said, 'forget it, I'll take my chances' And yes it has come up a few times, but I had paper work saying I was cleared. So I just want to know how many years it is on record for all to see? When is it gone for good!!!! Thank you so much.


Asked on 8/14/07, 6:53 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys
Valerie Masters Valerie Masters, P.A.

Re: When your charged with a Felony

Your lawyer gave you good advice. It will show up on your record forever, unless you get it sealed.

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Answered on 8/15/07, 2:58 pm
Scott Cupp Law Office of Scott H. Cupp, LLC

Re: When your charged with a Felony

You need to get it sealed. You can call my office and I can discuss it with you.

Scott H. Cupp

Law Office of Scott H. Cupp, LLC

Suite 201

West Palm Beach, FL 33401

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Answered on 8/14/07, 7:00 pm
Nicolas Babinsky SealMyRecord.Com

Re: When your charged with a Felony

It will always show up until the court signs an order sealing or expunging the record. Please see my office's website at SealMyRecord.Com for more information on sealing/expungement. I charge half of what your lawyer wants to charge you.

Nicolas Babinsky, Esq.

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Answered on 8/14/07, 7:07 pm
Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: When your charged with a Felony

NOTE: This communication is not intended as and should not be interpreted as legal advice. Rather, it is intended solely as a general discussion of legal principles. You should not rely on or take action based on this communication without first presenting ALL relevant details to a competent attorney in your jurisdiction and then receiving the attorney's individualized advice for you. By reading the "Response" to your question or comment, you agree that the opinion expressed is not intended to, nor does it, create any attorney-client relationship, nor does it constitute legal advice to any person reviewing such information, nor will it be considered an attorney-client privileged communication. If you do not agree, then stop right here, and do not read any further.

It will never disappear on its own. Criminal records are for life even if you were found not guilty unless you file a suit to have your record sealed or expunged.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 8/14/07, 9:39 pm


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