Why Your Nevada DUI Record Sealing Request was Denied

For a person dealing with a Nevada DUI record (especially those affected by a third DUI conviction), record-sealing is a surefire way to help get their life back on track. Unless their criminal record is sealed, they will have a difficult time getting a job, applying for school or a bank account, or most importantly, reinstating their driving license. Record Sealing allows these individuals to remove the record from their personal file, enabling them to return to their normal life (although higher law enforcement still has access to it for future cases).

Unfortunately, there are many ways why your Nevada DUI record sealing request can be denied. A number of the most common reasons are listed below.

• The statutory length of time was not satisfied (NRS 245)
• There are other pending cases that have not been resolved
• For a former member of the armed forces, you have a Dishonorable Discharge on your record
• You were convicted of severe crimes like child abuse or sexual assault, and/or you are a registered sex offender
• Your petition was incomplete (either brought about by missing documents or other past cases were not included in the petition)

Keeping an eye out on possible hurdles to your record sealing petition is a must if you do not want to waste all your effort for nothing. Consult with a Las Vegas attorney to get a better idea of how to conduct a record sealing petition properly.