If you have a record for arrests or convictions for state crimes, it may be possible to have your record erased or cleaned. This can be helpful in seeking private employment though you may have to still disclose your prior record on government questionnaires. This process involves a motion to seal the arrest record if the charge did not result in a conviction, or a motion to "expunge" if the applicant has been convicted of criminal charges. Usually, you must have successfully completed probation to be eligible for this remedy. It is amazing how few people take the time to clean their record after they have completed probation. While an individual may file the papers on their own to complete this process, often it is helpful to have an attorney do this so that it can be done quickly and accurately. The attorney can also tell you if you are eligible for this important remedy.