In a recent breakthrough for Pennsylvania’s criminal justice system reform, residents of the state who had previously been found guilty of nonviolent misdemeanor criminal offenses may have their records sealed from the eyes of the public — given that the individuals have paid all fines and have kept a clean record for at least ten years with PA’s Clean Slate law.

What this new PA “Clean Slate Law” means is that individuals may file with the courts to have their prior criminal history hidden, offering Pennsylvanians who have run into nonviolent trouble with the law in the past a fresh start and new hopes for the future.

With this new “Clean Slate Law”, nonviolent criminal misdemeanor offenders will be able to benefit themselves and society as a whole, provided now with the ability to make up for wrongdoings and live once again, in the eyes of the public, as law-abiding citizens who can reside and work alongside the rest of their community members.

Who Can View My Criminal Record With the “Clean Slate Law”?

Though any records of your nonviolent misdemeanor offenses will be inaccessible by the general public, there will still be certain individuals with the authority to gain access. Those allowed to view the records are:

  • Law Enforcement Officials (District Attorneys, Police Officers & Court Officials)
  • Employers who require FBI background checks
  • Employers who are legally required by the Federal government to access employee criminal records

As one of the most reputable criminal defense attorneys in Bucks County, Attorney Keith J. Williams, Esq. has dedicated his career to giving criminal defense clients the opportunity to follow the appropriate legal channels and clear their names from accused criminal charges.

Whether you’re currently being accused of a criminal offense and need trusted representation, or you’re looking to consult with a criminal defense lawyer in Bucks County about a previous conviction after the recent passage of the Pennsylvania “Clean Slate Law,” reach out to Keith J. Williams Law today by giving us a call at 215-340-1134 or by filling out a contact form through the website for a free confidential consultation today.