A FRESH START IN VIRGINIA
Clear answers. Careful preparation. A path forward.
Your past should not define every opportunity ahead. Attorney Brook M. Thibault and The Coastal Virginia Law Firm help people explore Virginia expungement, record sealing and firearm rights restoration. From our Virginia Beach office, we review your court records, explain the available options and prepare a path forward based on your circumstances. Call 888-402-7117 to request a consultation.
PRACTICE AREAS
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RECORD SEALING
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EXPUNGEMENT
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FIREARM RIGHTS RESTORATION
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ELIGIBILITY & RECORD REVIEW
HOW CAN WE HELP?
How do I expunge my record in Virginia?
An acquittal, nolle prosequi or qualifying dismissal may provide a path to expungement under Virginia Code § 19.2-392.2. The exact disposition and your history matter. A dismissal does not always mean the public record disappears.
Can I seal a criminal conviction?
Virginia has separate automatic and petition-based sealing procedures. Sections 19.2-392.12 and 19.2-392.12:1 cover different categories of relief. Eligibility can depend on the offense, dates, later convictions and related matters. We review the applicable statute before recommending a petition.
How do I restore my gun rights?
For a person with a felony conviction, Virginia Code § 18.2-308.2(C) generally requires restoration of civil rights before a circuit-court petition. The court decides whether good cause exists. Federal restrictions require a separate review. Sealing a record does not itself establish the right to possess a firearm.
Start with a consultation. Call 888-402-7117. Please do not send Social Security numbers or sensitive case documents through an initial inquiry.