Q: Hello gm I hope all is well . I wanted to no what can I do about me not being able to obtain certain jobs because record
because I have a record i don't have no felonies they are misdemeanors and happen when I was young but I can't even do a training class for home health aid because of this and I just would like to no what steps I can take to resovle this issue I been having with my record for years
A: In New York, You may be able to seal you criminal convictions pursuant to CPL 160.59. Consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney to see if you are eligible.
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