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Expunction and Pardons

A person facing Arizona DUI charges or a conviction may be able to have their criminal record modified in some situations. Two ways in which a person can try and do this is to file for an expunction or receive a pardon. However, these options are not available in all cases. Additionally, an expunction is not permitted for a DUI conviction in the state of Arizona.

To discuss your legal options when trying to remove a DUI conviction from your criminal record, contact the Arizona DUI defense lawyers of Thompson & Volquardsen, P.C., at 602-510-9999 today.

Differences between Expunctions and Pardons

Both expunction and pardoning can change how a person is treated in the criminal justice system. However, these two methods vary sharply in their purpose and execution. The following differences occur between expunctions and pardons:

  • You can file for an expunction after all penalties are served
  • A pardon is granted either after or while penalties are being served
  • An expunction clears a criminal record of a charge
  • A pardon does not clear a record, but allows a person freedom
  • An expunction is not available for DUI in Arizona
  • A pardon is available in Arizona, but can be difficult to secure

While expunctions are not allowed for DUI charges, there may be opportunities for a convicted motorist to pursue expunction for related crimes that are not under the same expunction restrictions as DUI charges.

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If you have been charged with DUI, you need to work with an aggressive DUI defense attorney. To discuss your options, contact the Arizona DUI attorneys of Thompson & Volquardsen, P.C., by calling 602-510-9999.