How Much Does A New Jersey Expungement Cost?

ATTORNEY
STANDard Pro

$799

(Intake Questionnaire)

We Draft, File, Attend Hearing!

Payment PlanGet Started with 1st Payment We offer flexible payment plans for our Attorney Standard Pro & Attorney Complex Pro packages. To use this payment option, you must make payment using the payment plan link at the top of this page.

<p>We offer flexible payment plans for our Attorney Standard Pro & Attorney Complex Pro packages. To use this payment option, you must make payment using the payment plan link at the top of this page.</p>

Delivery Time1-3 weeks We will file your expungement paperwork with the appropriate court within the estimated timeframe.

Number of Arrests Expungeable with this Package1 You must list every arrest on your expungement application, including federal or other state arrests. Max. of 1 arrest. Extra charge per arrest thereafter.

<p>You must list every arrest on your expungement application, including federal or other state arrests. Max. of 1 arrest. Extra charge per arrest thereafter.</p>

Max. # of Criminal Records we retrieve for you1 We will retrieve your official criminal record or court disposition to ensure your expungement application is accurate.

<p>We will retrieve your official criminal record or court disposition to ensure your expungement application is accurate.</p>

Eligibility Check / Questionnaire Online for Arrests / Convictions

<p>You take a simple Free Expungement Eligibility Test and/or Multiple Convictions Test to determine if your arrests(s) or conviction(s) are eligible for expungement.</p>

24/7 Support

<p>You receive online support through your ClientSpace account & e-mail which is available 24/7. Phone support is available M-F, Sat-Sun 8:30am-9:30pm EST. Call to schedule a phone appointment. In-person consultations are available, however, additional fees and costs will apply.</p>

Expungement Manual / Guide

<p>You receive a free pdf. copy of our book entitled “Legal Cleanup for New Jerseyans: How To Expunge Your Criminal Or Juvenile Record in New Jersey.”</p>

Private Database Clearing (550 + databases)($150 Add’l Fee)

<p>This upgrade will provide you with private database clearing information on how to notify background check companies of your expunged record. Private database companies are required to remove their outdated records once you expunge your criminal record. However, even if you expunge your criminal record, private databases will still report your expunged records to employers or others doing a background check. We provide you with the appropriate clearing form(s) and instructions so that you may notify 600+ private database companies of their legal obligation to remove their outdated records. ($300 value). </p>

You Complete Online Intake Questionnaire

<p>You complete an online intake questionnaire. We will use your answers to complete your expungement paperwork.</p>

Money-Back Guarantee

Attorney Completes Petition & Paperwork An attorney will personally draft and prepare an expungement application for you.

Attorney Notifies Private Databases (550 + databases)($175 Add’l Fee)

<p>With this upgrade, our law firm will notify background check companies of your expunged record. Private database companies are required to remove their outdated records once you expunge your criminal record. However, even if you expunge your criminal record, private databases will still report your expunged records to employers or others doing a background check. We notify 550+ private database companies of their legal obligation to remove their outdated records. ($300 value). </p>

Prepare Client for Hearing via Written Instructions

<p>If a prosecutor objects to your expungement petition and your appearance is required, we will prepare and provide you with written instructions on how to handle a hearing as a pro se petitioner. We will be reasonably available for legal guidance, coaching, and advice. This feature only applies to Attorney Complex Pro cases in which a prosecutor objects. This feature does not apply to the Attorney Standard Pro cases, where the prosecutor does not object and a hearing is not granted.</p>

We complete “Public Interest” Case Paperwork via Online Intake Questionnaire(Add’l Fee)

<p>You complete a simple-to-follow online intake questionnaire. We will use your answers to complete your “Public Interest” case. A “Public Interest” case will require the filing of additional paperwork such as letters of support & recommendation, educational / vocational certificates, awards, or recognitions, affidavits, community service activities, or other related supporting documentation. Note: It is recommended that you have an attorney to fully represent you in a “Mental Health” expungement. The Attorney Standard Package will be limited to certain cases. Add’l fees may apply to a “Mental Health” expungement if an investigator or additional court transcripts are needed.</p>

We complete “Early Pathway” Case Paperwork via Online Intake Questionnaire(Add’l Fee) You complete a simple-to-follow online intake questionnaire. We will use your answers to complete your “Early Pathway” case. A “Early Pathway” case will require the filing of additional paperwork such as letters of support, educational/vocational certificates, awards, or recognitions, affidavits, personal recommendations, and/or other related supporting documentation.

<p>You complete a simple-to-follow online intake questionnaire. We will use your answers to complete your “Early Pathway” case. A “Early Pathway” case will require the filing of additional paperwork such as letters of support, educational/vocational certificates, awards, or recognitions, affidavits, personal recommendations, and/or other related supporting documentation.</p>

We complete “Crime Spree” Case Paperwork via Online Intake Questionnaire You complete a simple-to-follow online intake questionnaire. We will use your answers to complete your “Crime Spree” case. A “Crime Spree” case will require additional legal research.

<p>You complete a simple-to-follow online intake questionnaire. We will use your answers to complete your “Crime Spree” case. A “Crime Spree” case will require additional legal research.</p>

Attorney Eligibility Check for Arrests / Convictions

<p>We will check to determine if you are eligible for expungement. Have peace of mind knowing that an attorney has verified that you qualify for expungement. We assure you that if we determine that your arrest(s) and/or conviction(s) are eligible for expungement, you will not be denied expungement due to your conviction being ineligible for expungement.</p>

Court Filing Fee($00.00 Add’l Fee) The cost of court filing fees for an expungement in New Jersey is $00.00.

Certified Mailing Fees / JOC request($00.00 Add’l Fee) The average cost of certified mailing fees / JOC request for an expungement in New Jersey is $176.00 only applies to very old cases.

<p>The average cost of certified mailing fees / JOC request for an expungement in New Jersey is $176.00 only applies to very old cases.</p>

Attorney Indictable Offense Expungement

<p>What is known as a “felony” in many other States is an indictable offense in New Jersey. We will expunge your indictable offense as part of our Attorney Standard Pro Package for an additional $100 fee or a disorderly persons offense for an additional $50.00. In the rare occasion that a prosecutor objects due to the nature of a subsequent disorderly persons convictions, (even if there is only one, the circumstances surrounding the conviction will be considered) a hearing may be required. The case then becomes a “public interest” case which must be handled under our Attorney Complex Pro Package.</p>

Attorney Document Review

<p>An attorney will review your expungement documents to ensure that your documents have been correctly prepared. As a standalone feature or single unbundled service, it does not include making physical changes, if a change is necessary. However, it does include informing and/or advising you of a legal course of action.</p>

Attorney Files Petition / Paperwork

<p>An attorney will take care of the drafting and filing of your expungement application for you.</p>

Attorney Legal Advice & Coaching

<p>An attorney will thoroughly evaluate and perform legal research for your case and advise and coach you along the way.</p>

Attorney Prepares Affidavits, Letters & Support Evidence

<p>An attorney will prepare affidavits, letters, and/or supporting evidence provided by you to assist you in your case, if applicable to your case.</p>

Attorney Responds to Prosecutor Objection

<p>If a prosecutor responds to your expungement application with a letter of objection, we will draft a response letter on your behalf.</p>

Attorney Attends Hearing(Not Required) If a hearing or your appearance is required, have peace of mind knowing that an attorney will attend the hearing.

<p>If a hearing or your appearance is required, have peace of mind knowing that an attorney will attend the hearing.</p>

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ATTORNEY
complex Pro

$1499 **

(Intake Questionnaire)

We Draft, File, and Attend Hearing!

Delivery Timen/a We will draft and file your expungement paperwork with the appropriate court within the estimated timeframe.

Number of Arrests Expungeable with this Package4 You must list every arrest on your expungement application, including federal or other state arrests. Max. of 4 charges. Extra charge per arrest thereafter.

<p>You must list every arrest on your expungement application, including federal or other state arrests. Max. of 4 charges. Extra charge per arrest thereafter.</p>

Max. # of Criminal Records we retrieve for you3 We will retrieve your official criminal record or court disposition to ensure your expungement application is accurate.

Eligibility Check / Questionnaire Online for Arrests / Convictions

24/7 Support

Expungement Manual / Guide

Private Database Clearing (500 + databases)

You Complete Online Intake Questionnaire

Money-Back Guarantee

Attorney Drafts and Files Petition & Paperwork

<p>An attorney will personally draft and file your expungement application for you.</p>

Attorney Notifies Private Databases (500 + databases)

Prepare Client for Hearing via Written Instructions

We complete “Public Interest” Case Paperwork via Online Intake Questionnaire

We complete “Early Pathway” Case Paperwork via Online Intake Questionnaire

Attorney Eligibility Check for Arrests / Convictions

<p>We will check to determine if you are eligible for expungement. Have a peace of mind knowing that an attorney has verified that you qualify for expungement. We assure you that if we determine that your arrest(s) and/or conviction(s) are eligible for expungement, you will not be denied expungement due to your conviction being ineligible for expungement.</p>

Court Filing Fee

Certified Mailing Fees

Attorney Indictable Offense Expungement

Attorney Document Review

<p>An attorney will review, draft, and file your expungement petition and case to ensure that your expungement is filed correctly.</p>

Attorney Drafts and Files Petition / Paperwork

<p>An attorney will draft and file your expungement application.</p>

Attorney Legal Advice & Coaching

Attorney Prepares Affidavits, Letters & Support Evidence

Attorney Responds to Prosecutor Objection

Attorney Attends Hearing

<p>If a hearing or your appearance is required, have peace of mind knowing an attorney will attend the hearing.</p>

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CRIMINAL RECORD
ELIGIBILITY REVIEW

$99.00

I request and review your New Jersey Criminal Record. We conduct a one-time review of your record for expungement eligibility! We tell you what arrests, charges, and convictions you have on your record in New Jersey. You may submit any New Jersey records you have in your possession or we can pull your record. You simply email me your court disposition or criminal record from the municipal, county, New Jersey State Police, or FBI and we will let you know if you are eligible for an expungement in New Jersey.

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**Attorney Complex Pro Packages offer limited representation and/or full representation services for prospective clients who have complex “public interest” “early pathway,” or “crime spree” cases. Such cases may involve extensive attorney research, evaluation, and/or litigation. Fees may increase depending on the complexity of your case. Be sure to take our free eligibility test below or call us to determine if you qualify for an expungement.

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