Expungement Attorney in Frederick County, Maryland
If you have an arrest, charge, or conviction on your record in Frederick County, expungement may allow you to have that record shielded from public view. Adam Sean Cohen helps Frederick County residents evaluate their eligibility and navigate the Maryland expungement process from start to finish.
What Can Be Expunged in Maryland?
Under Maryland Criminal Procedure Article §10-101 et seq., and as expanded by the Second Chance Act of 2023, the following may be eligible for expungement in Frederick County:
- Acquittals (not guilty verdicts)
- Dismissed, nolle prossed, or stetted charges
- Cases where no charges were filed
- Probation Before Judgment (PBJ) — after the applicable waiting period
- Certain nonviolent misdemeanor convictions — after the applicable waiting period
- Certain drug possession convictions
Crimes of violence and certain specified offenses are generally not eligible regardless of the outcome.
The 2023 Second Chance Act
Effective October 1, 2023, Maryland significantly expanded expungement eligibility. Many nonviolent misdemeanor convictions that were previously ineligible are now eligible after a waiting period. If you were told in the past that you did not qualify, it is worth revisiting your eligibility under the current law.
The Expungement Process in Frederick County
Expungement petitions for Frederick County cases are filed in the court where the original case was heard — typically the Frederick County District and Circuit Courts in Frederick. The petition must be served on the Frederick County State's Attorney's office, which has 30 days to object. If no objection is filed, or if the court overrules an objection, an Order for Expungement is entered. Adam Cohen handles every step of this process on behalf of his clients.
Why Act Now
Background checks reveal arrest records and dismissed charges — not just convictions. Employers, landlords, and licensing boards see your full record until it is expunged. If you are eligible, expungement is one of the most impactful legal steps you can take to improve your opportunities. Contact The Cohen Law Firm to find out where you stand.
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