Your Past Doesn't Always Have to Define Your Future
A criminal record can continue creating obstacles long after a case has ended. Depending on your circumstances and eligibility, Arkansas law may provide options for seeking to seal certain criminal records or pursuing a pardon. These are separate processes that provide different forms of relief, so it is important to understand what each one can — and cannot — accomplish. Bridges Law helps clients understand those options and navigate the appropriate process.
Record Sealing
For eligible individuals, sealing a criminal record can provide an opportunity to move forward without the same public visibility of a past case. Eligibility depends on the circumstances of the case and the applicable law. Bridges Law can review your criminal history, determine whether you may qualify to seek sealing, and guide you through the petition process.
Pardons
A pardon is a separate process from having a criminal record sealed or expunged. While sealing or expunging an eligible criminal record can limit its public visibility, it does not automatically restore certain rights that may have been lost because of a felony conviction. For many individuals, seeking a pardon is the primary avenue for pursuing restoration of rights such as the right to possess a firearm and, when applicable, voting rights. Bridges Law can help eligible clients understand the pardon process, determine what may be required based on their circumstances, prepare the necessary materials, and navigate the application process.
Find Out What's Possible
Not every conviction or criminal record can be handled the same way, and sealing a record and seeking a pardon serve different purposes. The first step is understanding your criminal history, what relief may be available, and which process may be appropriate for your circumstances. Contact Bridges Law to discuss record sealing or a pardon.