Expungement Process In Alabama

In Alabama, if your case was "nolle prossed" (meaning the prosecution dropped the charges), you can often have the record expunged.
- You can apply for expungement if the charge was nolle prossed with prejudice.
- File a petition in the circuit court where the charge was originally filed.
- Pay the required filing fee and any other associated costs.
You might want to consult with an attorney to guide you through the process. Do you have any specific details about your case that might help in giving more tailored advice?

If a charge was nolle prossed with prejudice, it means the prosecution dropped the charges and cannot refile them. To expunge such a charge in Alabama:
- File a petition in the circuit court where the charge was filed.
- Pay the necessary fees.
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In legal terms, "with prejudice" means that the case is dismissed permanently and cannot be brought back to court. This usually happens when the court or prosecution decides that the case lacks merit or should not proceed for some reason.
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In Alabama, if the case was dropped as part of a plea deal, it might still be possible to expunge the record, depending on the specifics of the deal and the charges involved.
- Review the terms of your plea deal.
- File a petition for expungement in the circuit court where the charge was filed.
- Pay the required fees.
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To write a petition for expungement in Alabama, follow these steps:
*. Caption: Include the name of the court, the case number, and the parties involved.
*. Introduction: State your name and mention that you are filing a petition to expunge your record.
*. Facts: Provide the details of the case, including the date of the arrest, the charge, and the fact that it was nolle prossed.
*. Legal Basis: Cite the relevant Alabama Code sections that allow for expungement.
*. Arguments: Explain why you believe the expungement should be granted (e.g., no subsequent charges, the charge was dismissed with prejudice).
*. Conclusion: Request the court to grant the expungement.
*. Verification: Sign and date the petition, and include a statement that the information provided is true.
You might also need to attach supporting documents like the order of nolle prosequi and proof of payment for the filing fee. Would you like more detailed guidance on any specific section?