Georgia's Expungement
& Rights Lawyers
At Yates & Wheland, we specialize in clearing criminal records in Georgia. Under SB 288, expanded expungement options could offer protections to 4.3 million Georgians with a criminal record.
Georgia Legal Services
How We Help
Georgians
Criminal Record Expungement
Under Georgia's SB 288, residents can petition to restrict or seal misdemeanor convictions from their criminal record after a four-year waiting period following completion of sentence.
- SB 288 expanded expungement options for 4.3 million Georgians
- Misdemeanor conviction restriction after 4-year waiting period
- Records restriction for dismissed cases and acquittals
- Pre-trial diversion program completions
Gun Rights Restoration
Georgia offers multiple pathways to restore firearm rights including the First Offender Act, Retroactive First Offender petitions, pardons from the State Board of Pardons and Paroles, and federal restoration.
- First Offender Act — automatic restoration after probation
- Retroactive First Offender (RFO) petitions
- Full pardon from State Board of Pardons and Paroles
- Federal gun rights restoration through state-level relief
Pardons
A full pardon from the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles can restore your civil and firearm rights. Our attorneys handle the entire application process on your behalf.
- Full pardon application and representation
- Civil and firearm rights restoration
- Flat-fee pricing with no hidden costs
- Experienced representation before the Board
The Georgia Process
7 Steps to a
Clean Record
Sign Authorization
You sign an authorization allowing us to obtain your criminal history documentation.
Document Gathering
We gather your criminal history to understand your options.
Options Consultation
We meet with you to discuss your chances for winning an expungement order.
Become a Client
Sign an agreement via email to become a client if you'd like to move forward.
Petition the Court
We complete a 'Petition to Expunge' document to send to the court.
Hearing & Order
The court holds a hearing and the judge decides to grant an expungement order.
Records Sealed
We use the order to seal your records at courthouses, police stations, and reporting agencies.
Ready to Clear Your
Georgia Record?
Talk to Allen Yates about your Georgia case. Free, confidential consultation.