In certain cases, a person arrested for or charged with certain types of criminal offenses may be eligible to seal or expunge the record under Georgia law.
Being able to seal or expunge the record may hide the booking photo or mug shot, police reports, charging documents, final disposition form and other records from public view.
The rules are often different for adult or juvenile cases. Additionally, eligibility requirements vary widely from state to state.
Use our directory to find an attorney that can help you determine whether you might be eligible to seal or expunge a criminal record in or around Cobb County, Georgia.
Founded in 1958, NACDL is the largest organization for criminal defense lawyers fighting to preserve fairness within America's criminal justice system. The organization has more than 10,000 direct members including criminal defense attorneys in private practice, public defenders in state or federal court, U.S. military defense counsel, law professors and judges.
GACDL advocates for the rights of the accused, adequate funding for the defense of the indigent, and a fair criminal justice system.
Lawyer Referral Service of the Cobb County Bar Association - The Cobb County Bar Association established a Lawyer Referral Service to help individuals and businesses find a qualified attorney in Marietta and the surrounding areas of Cobb County, GA. The service is located on the second floor of the Cobb County Superior Courthouse in Marietta, GA. It charges a non-refundable $35 consultation fee. In exchange for paying the fee, you are entitled to a 30 minute consultation with the attorney at no additional charge. The attorneys that participate in the Lawyer Referral Service are pre-screened for their experience in a particular practice area, good standing with the Georgia State Bar, and a variety of other factors.