- posted: Oct. 03, 2025
Background:
Over his almost thirty years of practicing law, Eric B. Morrell has submitted thousands of expungement petitions for clients with varying previous offenses. Individuals convicted of crimes in New Jersey can apply to have their criminal records expunged after a certain number of years elapse depending on the nature and number of their previous offense(s). Individuals with criminal histories may seek expungement for a number of reasons, including but not limited toemployment, housing, and educational prospects Over the years, New Jersey statute and common law regarding expungements has evolved, adapting the circumstances under and methods by which an expungement petition can be filed. Our offices have adapted to these changes, helping clients navigate the dynamic environment of expungement petitions.
The Process:
When a client seeks to expunge their New Jersey criminal history, our offices will first determine their eligibility, taking into account the time elapsed since their last conviction, the completion of their sentence, the type(s) of their offense(s), and a number of other factors. Once our offices determine that a client is eligible, our offices will determine which type of expungement a client is eligible for (Regular, Clean Slate, etc.) and then prepare a Petition for Expungement to be filed in the county in which the most recent conviction occurred. After filing, an Assistant Prosecutor will review the petition and approve it if they have no objection. If the petition is approved, a Superior Court judge will then review the petition, often without a hearing, and make a final decision. If the petition is approved by the judge, it is then forwarded to the New Jersey State Police’s Expungement Unit, who will execute the expungement of the petitioner’s New Jersey criminal history, completing the expungement process.
Potential Complications and EBM Law’s Proactive Approach:
As mentioned above, a Petition for Expungement can be objected to by a County Assistant Prosecutor, often on the grounds of petitioner ineligibility, which may include outstanding sentence obligations or pending charges. If an Assistant Prosecutor objects on the grounds of petitioner ineligibility, our offices will file and prepare a detailed Compelling Circumstances Brief in opposition to the Assistant Prosecutor’s objection. This Brief will include proof of the petitioner’s rehabilitation, any hardship caused by their criminal record, proof of no further criminal activity, and our legal rationale for why granting the expungement would be in the public interest.
After filing such a Brief, Eric B. Morrell will appear at a hearing in which he will vehemently advocate for the granting of his client’s expungement. EBM Law understands the hardships a criminal record may place on an individual, and believes that no client should be denied employment, housing, and educational prospects based on prior convictions for which they completed their sentences. Our effectiveness is conveyed by our results, having successfully petitioned for and been granted thousands of expungements on behalf of our clients over the past two decades. We often petition for expungements for our past clients. However, you do not have to be a past client for our offices to petition for your expungement. If you have questions about an NJ expungement or any other NJ criminal issue, please contact our offices at (732) 249-9933.
EBM Law’s Commitment
The Law Offices of Eric B. Morrell, located at 142 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, is committed to helping our clients fight for the appropriate assessment. Eric B. Morrell has 25 years of experience in defending clients with criminal charges. Some charges that he routinely deals with are:
Criminal Defense
DUI/DWI
Guns & Weapons Crimes
Pre-Trial Detention Hearings
Expungements for Prior Convictions
- posted: Oct. 03, 2025
Background:
Over his almost thirty years of practicing law, Eric B. Morrell has submitted thousands of expungement petitions for clients with varying previous offenses. Individuals convicted of crimes in New Jersey can apply to have their criminal records expunged after a certain number of years elapse depending on the nature and number of their previous offense(s). Individuals with criminal histories may seek expungement for a number of reasons, including but not limited toemployment, housing, and educational prospects Over the years, New Jersey statute and common law regarding expungements has evolved, adapting the circumstances under and methods by which an expungement petition can be filed. Our offices have adapted to these changes, helping clients navigate the dynamic environment of expungement petitions.
The Process:
When a client seeks to expunge their New Jersey criminal history, our offices will first determine their eligibility, taking into account the time elapsed since their last conviction, the completion of their sentence, the type(s) of their offense(s), and a number of other factors. Once our offices determine that a client is eligible, our offices will determine which type of expungement a client is eligible for (Regular, Clean Slate, etc.) and then prepare a Petition for Expungement to be filed in the county in which the most recent conviction occurred. After filing, an Assistant Prosecutor will review the petition and approve it if they have no objection. If the petition is approved, a Superior Court judge will then review the petition, often without a hearing, and make a final decision. If the petition is approved by the judge, it is then forwarded to the New Jersey State Police’s Expungement Unit, who will execute the expungement of the petitioner’s New Jersey criminal history, completing the expungement process.
Potential Complications and EBM Law’s Proactive Approach:
As mentioned above, a Petition for Expungement can be objected to by a County Assistant Prosecutor, often on the grounds of petitioner ineligibility, which may include outstanding sentence obligations or pending charges. If an Assistant Prosecutor objects on the grounds of petitioner ineligibility, our offices will file and prepare a detailed Compelling Circumstances Brief in opposition to the Assistant Prosecutor’s objection. This Brief will include proof of the petitioner’s rehabilitation, any hardship caused by their criminal record, proof of no further criminal activity, and our legal rationale for why granting the expungement would be in the public interest.
After filing such a Brief, Eric B. Morrell will appear at a hearing in which he will vehemently advocate for the granting of his client’s expungement. EBM Law understands the hardships a criminal record may place on an individual, and believes that no client should be denied employment, housing, and educational prospects based on prior convictions for which they completed their sentences. Our effectiveness is conveyed by our results, having successfully petitioned for and been granted thousands of expungements on behalf of our clients over the past two decades. We often petition for expungements for our past clients. However, you do not have to be a past client for our offices to petition for your expungement. If you have questions about an NJ expungement or any other NJ criminal issue, please contact our offices at (732) 249-9933.
EBM Law’s Commitment
The Law Offices of Eric B. Morrell, located at 142 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, is committed to helping our clients fight for the appropriate assessment. Eric B. Morrell has 25 years of experience in defending clients with criminal charges. Some charges that he routinely deals with are:
Criminal Defense
DUI/DWI
Guns & Weapons Crimes
Pre-Trial Detention Hearings
Expungements for Prior Convictions
