I have been trying to get a 302 expunged the first time it the first time it was denied by the judge its all about who you know how much money I have to pay the right politicians off that’s how things get done and Pennsylvania you’re in with the rest of you’re in with the rest of them and then we’ll do and then we’ll do it
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In 2009, I pled guilty to theft by deception and identity theft as a result of a situation involving a co-worker who stole a check from a patient while I was employed as a Certified Nursing Aid. There was no jail time. I have paid my restitution and completed my probation. In 2011 I completed a Practical Nursing certificate in hopes of becoming an LPN in the State of PA. I knew that it was going to be an uphill battle but I felt that it was worth a try. I graduated near the top of my class with honors and a high GPA. The State Board of Nursing denied my application to sit for the licensing exam. My family paid thousands of dollars to an attorney who represented us in our appeal in front of the State Board of Nursing. We presented witnesses, there were recommendations from teachers, classmates, my probation officer and even a PA Senator. The State Board of Nursing denied my appeal due to the criminal record. As a result, my once potential lucrative career is down the drain. I am responsible for paying $27K in student loans for a profession that I will never work in. As a result I am unable to work and have gone back on Public Assistance. It’s ironic that the State has taken away my ability to make a good living, but at the end of the day they are still supporting my family through food stamps and cash assistance. I don’t want to be on welfare. I want to be working as an LPN but because of one mistake made many years ago I’m forced to remain a welfare recipient.
its a shame im 34 years old and no one will hire me because I have a misdemeanor 2nd degree reckless endangering. long story I should of had a jurey trail. I pleaded because I was scared. I only had 15 months probation never had jail time I think the bill would be helpful for those who deserve it
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The Greek term Tetelestai is an interesting term. It was the term printed on the papers given to a person who had paid their debt to society if they had committed an offense for which they were incarcerated. It meant that the debt to society had been paid in full and there was nothing more that could be demanded of the person.
Sadly this is not the case in our much further advanced culture and society. For persons who have paid their debt and who have gone on to become productive members of society the stigma, or additional costs that exceed the original sentencing, continues in spite of all and any efforts to live as a responsible person who respects the law and society he or she lives in. In some cases the correction/rehabilitative judicial system works and the person changes, the system works. Unfortunately the system then turns around and fails the persons efforts of change by keeping the stigma as an inescapable scarlet letter that must be worn and shown while seeking better employment or housing. Has justice plugged its ears and refused to consider a cogent argument?
I believe the bill should also include any persons 7-10 years arrest free to expunge criminal records. My last The great commonwealth of PA reminds me everyday that people like me do not belong here nor do they care. I pay my taxes for programs I cannot apply because on my record including PA Access as well as the PA Gateway Job program. I’ve worked dead end jobs for minimum wage since I was 22. It’s no wonder the ex-offenders return to lockdown, just look at the state law on expungement, you can do your time but you’ll never free of the state. That’s oppression of a minority by the majority, a funny thing happened yesterday I went to the Chambersburg Courthouse to the Clerk of Courts for a copy of my record, the woman helping me stated that my record could not be expunged, I responded how the current PA law is unfair and unconstitutional, she replied “I disagree, it’s fair and is procedure”. I didn’t go there for her two cents or an argument I just needed some basic information which she did not give me. So what about guys like me? I guess I’ll have to apply for record expungement 3 years after I die, excuse me while I check my planner to see when that is? You know PA had a great immoral and inhumane system of incarceration with fine examples life Easter State Penitentiary, I think the current law on record expungement is an existing condition of that old Quaker Penal system that continues to violate a persons equal right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. I can be reached at (confidential), I am currently working on a letter to my local representative and senator and any help is greatly appreciated. My life at one time was an absolute horror and I would just like for people to know my story.
I totaly support this Bill but I think it should include misdemeanor 1 convictions. I had a conviction 20 years ago and the only way for me to get a second chance is a full pardon from the Govenor. That process will take over 3 years. I had no problems till after 9/11 when they pull a criminal history for everything. I still support this Bill.
Bill 391 will help me and a few of my friends right from the get-go. Are there any other ways we can contribute besides your Get Involved page? I think attending local events to promote awareness would have more impact than to simply contacting our state senators.
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