NJ Paves The Way For Earlier and Easier Expungements
A new law that went into effect today will make it easier for those who have been charged or convicted of a crime or disorderly persons offense to expunge their criminal record. (See NJ P.L. 2015, c.261). In the case of a Superior Court criminal conviction, the waiting period for expungement has been reduced from 10 years to 5 years from the individual’s sentencing date, payment of fines and penalties, conclusion of probation or parole, or release from jail, whichever is late
