My Arrest Record is Hurting My Dating Prospects. Can I Expunge My Arrest Record?

For those in the dating scene, it feels like a standard step to look up your date online. Personal information is more accessible than ever, and if you have an arrest record, it can negatively impact first impressions or even relationships you’ve been consistently working to build.

Individuals who qualify for record expungement benefit from being able to move on more easily from past mistakes. If you are interested in seeing whether you are eligible for expungement, the Florida expungement lawyers with The Law Office of Timothy Sullivan are ready and available to consult with you and help you take the best next steps.

How Expungement Can Improve Your Dating Life

Once a record is expunged, it is removed from most background checks, meaning that most non-federal individuals will no longer have access to it. This allows individuals to date and form relationships without needing to put a heavy focus on past mistakes.

Outside of dating, expungement can remove employment and housing barriers, which makes it easier overall to become stable and content – which is an attractive quality for many in a potential partner.

The Legal Process for Expungement in Florida

Florida law allows certain arrest records to be expunged under specific conditions. To be eligible, the charges must have been dropped, dismissed, or resulted in an acquittal. If you qualify, the process includes the following steps:

1. Apply to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to verify that your arrest record qualifies for expungement
2. After approval for qualification, take time to organize all required court records and documents. Your Florida expungement attorney with The Law Office of Timothy Sullivan can help make sure you have everything you need to prepare your petition
3. After preparing your petition, you and your attorney can submit the completed paperwork to send to the court
4. A judge will review your petition and criminal record and may schedule a hearing to make the final call as to whether your record will be expunged
5. If the judge grants the request, your record will then be removed from most public databases

What if You Don’t Qualify for Expungement?

Not all arrest records can be expunged, but alternative solutions may be available. If expungement is not an option, record sealing could be a potential alternative to explore with your Florida expungement lawyer with The Law Office of Timothy Sullivan. A sealed record is restricted from public view and will not appear in most standard background checks, making it far less accessible to employers and dating platforms, even if it is not fully “erased.”

Take Control of Your Future Today – See Whether Expungement May Be a Viable Option For You

If your arrest record is affecting your dating life, career, or overall confidence, pursuing expungement or record sealing could help you move forward with a clean slate and reclaim your future. Take the first step today and consult with one of the leading expungement attorneys in Florida with The Law Office of Timothy Sullivan. 

We are here for you. For a complimentary case consultation, give our office a call at (727) 291-9717.

For more information, watch this VIDEO discussing the eligibility requirements for sealing or expungement in Florida.