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You might be surprised to learn that, according to the Utah Department of Public Safety, more than one in four Utahns has a criminal record. Having a record can prevent you from getting a job, renting an apartment, qualifying for a loan, or volunteering in your kid's school. The social stigma of being labeled a criminal can also be harmful.
After serving your time and paying your debt to society, that record can still haunt you — and clearing it can be costly.
An award-winning, Utah-based legal tech company wants to change that. Rasa Legal is on a mission to make criminal record expungement easy and affordable. They have created technology that removes the complicated and costly barriers that often get in the way of the expungement process.
Rasa Legal developed an online tool to help people find out what is on their criminal record, and whether it is eligible for expungement, in less than three minutes.
If you have a record that is eligible for expungement, Rasa provides low-cost legal representation to people who need to go through the petition-based process. In fact, Rasa recently reduced the cost to get started with the process.
According to the Utah State Courts website, expunging a criminal record means that the court orders the history of the case to be sealed from public view. That means that once the record is expunged, you don't have to check the box on employment or housing applications to disclose that you have a record. An expunged record could also lead to travel restrictions being lifted and may impact access to Global Entry.
Online testimonials give a brief glimpse at how Rasa is helping people improve their lives and their circumstances by expunging their records.
"I passed my background check with my new potential employer and received a generous offer letter which increases my current salary by 17%!! I am so excited! I hope you … realize how much you help people and the impact you have on their lives! I can't thank you enough!" one review reads.
Another customer said they "could not have had a better experience" and "would not hesitate to recommend Rasa to anyone that is looking for expungement services in the state of Utah."
If you're eager for a fresh start and the better opportunities that come with a clean slate, here's what you need to know.
This web tool can check your eligibility for expungement
Rasa has a web tool that makes it quick and easy to learn what's on your record — and whether it is eligible for expungement. It costs only $15 to use, and the best part is that it only takes a few minutes to get an answer.
First, you'll answer a few basic screening questions and verify your identity. Next, Rasa will analyze your records to determine if they're eligible for expungement.
If you are eligible, Rasa offers affordable legal representation to help you complete the process. You can learn more about Rasa's process and check your eligibility online today.
Even if there are records that are not eligible for expungement right away, Rasa's skilled legal team can identify whether a person might have a pathway to eligibility through a 402 Reduction.
Finding out you are ineligible for expungement can be discouraging, and the next steps are often difficult to navigate. But you are not alone. Many other Utahns looking to clear their record find themselves in a similar situation for a variety of reasons. Often, not enough time has passed since a person's involvement in the justice system, the type of offense a person has is not eligible, or a person might have too many total cases to meet the eligibility criteria. Whatever your situation may be, a 402 reduction may help you become eligible for expungement.
After using Rasa's expungement eligibility tool, you can schedule a consultation with Rasa to discuss your best options. If you are eligible for a 402 reduction, Rasa will file your motion with the court, attend any hearings, and help guide you through the reduction process, all while keeping you updated every step of the way. A successful reduction can make you eligible for expungement, even if you were not before, allowing you to get your criminal record cleared. If you are interested in pursuing a reduction or want to discuss your eligibility, contact Rasa today.
Rasa keeps costs as low as possible
When it comes to getting your record cleared, you have three options: represent yourself, hire a lawyer, or go through Rasa. The first option can be lengthy and complicated. The second option is likely to cost you between $1,500 to $3,000, on top of court filing fees.
Hiring Rasa to represent you costs just $500 (includes legal work for up to three expungement cases, or one record reduction, not including government fees). Rasa will handle everything for you, and make sure you are informed about your cases, every step of the way. Each additional case costs $250, which is far cheaper than most attorneys would charge.
Now is a good time to check your record
Don't wait to access your second chance. Check your eligibility, see what's on your record, and get your records expunged, so you can make more money, go back to school, repair your credit, get better housing, and move on with your life.
