Missouri Expungement Services

Attorney Eric Abramson helps St. Louis area clients clear their criminal records through Missouri’s expungement process. Whether you have a misdemeanor, felony, or DWI conviction on your record, an expungement can provide a fresh start and open doors to new opportunities.

Having a criminal record can affect employment opportunities, housing applications, educational pursuits, and many other aspects of your life. Missouri law provides pathways to expunge certain criminal records, effectively removing them from public view and allowing you to move forward with confidence.

Misdemeanor and Felony Convictions

Your ability to expunge a criminal conviction will depend on a few factors. Per Missouri law, requirements to file for an expungement include:

Eligibility Requirements

• At least 3 years have passed since the underlying offense (felony) or 1 year since the offense (misdemeanor, municipal offense, or infraction)
• No new convictions for 3 years (felonies) or 1 year (misdemeanors, municipal offenses, or infractions)
• All fines paid
• Completed probation or parole (if applicable)
• No pending charges at the time of filing
• Habits and conduct must demonstrate client is not a threat to public safety

Non-Expungable Crimes

Additionally, while Missouri allows most crimes to be expunged, certain crimes are ineligible for expungement. These generally include:

• Class A felonies
• Sex crimes that require sex offender registration
• Felonies involving death
• Felony assaults
• Domestic violence (misdemeanor or felony)
• Felony kidnapping

RSMo § 610.140 lists other non-expungable crimes that fall outside of these examples. An attorney with experience expunging convictions in Missouri can help you better understand whether you qualify.

The Expungement Process

If you qualify for an expungement, you must file a petition with the court. This petition will include personal information and information about the conviction for which you are seeking an expungement. In the petition, you’ll also need to list all law enforcement agencies, courts, and other entities that have records related to the offense so that they can be notified.

After filing the petition, the prosecutor’s office (where your case was handled) will be given an opportunity to object to the expungement. If the prosecutor’s office objects, a hearing may be held.

Missouri DWI/DUI Expungements

If you received a FIRST-OFFENSE MISDEMEANOR DWI OR DUI charge more than 10 years ago, you may be eligible for expungement under Missouri law. Attorney Eric Abramson helps clients clear their records and remove the burden of past mistakes from their future opportunities.

It is important to exercise your legal right to an expungement if you are eligible. This is crucial even if you received a non-conviction for your prior DWI or DUI charge. An expungement can restore your reputation and open doors that may have been closed due to your criminal history.

Am I Eligible for DWI/DUI Expungement?

In Missouri, you may be eligible for DUI/DWI expungement if:

• Time Requirements: At least 10 years have passed since your DUI/DWI charge
• Clean Record: You have not been convicted of any other alcohol-related driving offenses
• Case Closure: Your case was dismissed, you were found not guilty, or charges were dropped
• Compliance: You completed all court-ordered requirements (if applicable)
• No Pending Charges: You currently have no pending criminal charges

Benefits of Expungement

The Expungement Process

Why Choose Eric Abramson for Your Expungement?

• Extensive Experience: Years of experience with Missouri expungement law
• Free Consultation: No-cost evaluation of your eligibility
• Personalized Service: Individual attention to your unique case
• Proven Results: Track record of successful expungements
• Complete Process: Handle every step from filing to final clearance