Expunging Criminal Records to Ease Clearance Apps

Some arrests or criminal convictions can sink plans to acquire a security clearance. Job and security clearance applications often ask for disclosures about arrests or convictions.

According to a November 11 article in the Wall Street Journal, amidst the difficult job market, more job-seekers are trying to expunge arrest and conviction records and more states are passing laws to help them do so. Also, more law practices are helping clients in this area, often for as little as $1,000.

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