At Liberators Criminal Defense, we understand that your past shouldn't define your future. A criminal history can follow you long after a case is closed — affecting your job, your home, your rights, and your peace of mind. But there are legal tools, including record sealing, that can help clear your path forward.

What Is a Criminal History?

A criminal history is a formal record of your interactions with the justice system. It includes more than just convictions — even arrests that didn't lead to charges can show up on background checks. Here's what may appear on your record:

• Arrests – Including cases that were dismissed or never filed

• Convictions – Misdemeanors and felonies

• Sentencing Details – Jail, prison, probation, fines

• Probation or Parole Status – Including any violations

• Expungements or Sealed Records – If applicable

This information is often accessible to employers, landlords, licensing boards, and even the general public — unless action is taken to seal or expunge it.

The Real-World Impact of a Criminal Record

A criminal record can make everyday life feel like an uphill battle:

Employment Barriers

• Many employers run background checks and reject applicants with any history

• Jobs in law enforcement, education, finance, and healthcare are often off-limits

• Even with Ban the Box laws in some states, employers may still discriminate later in the hiring process

Housing Discrimination

• Private landlords and property managers often deny applicants with felonies or multiple misdemeanors

• Public housing programs have strict rules excluding certain applicants

• Some states provide limited housing protections, but enforcement varies

Loss of Legal and Civil Rights

• Felony convictions can result in the temporary or permanent loss of voting rights

• Gun ownership may be restricted or prohibited

• Certain convictions can impact immigration status, including the risk of deportation

The Risk of Recidivism

When people are shut out of legitimate opportunities, they're more likely to fall back into the system. Stable work, housing, and community support are key to staying out of trouble — but those doors often remain closed without legal help.

Rehabilitation Is Part of the Solution

Many individuals want to turn their lives around — they just need support. That's why Nevada and other states are investing in:

• Job training & placement programs

• Substance abuse treatment

• Educational programs

• Reentry services (housing, transportation, legal aid)

Still, a person's criminal record can hold them back — unless steps are taken to clean it up.

Record Sealing in Nevada: A Fresh Start

At Liberators Criminal Defense, we don't just fight charges — we fight for your future. We help people seal their criminal records, so they can move forward without their past dragging them down.

Record sealing is not the same as expungement, but the effect is similar: sealed records are hidden from public view, including employers and landlords. In most cases, you can legally say you've never been convicted.

Are You Eligible to Seal Your Record?

You may qualify for record sealing if:

• Enough time has passed since your conviction or case dismissal

• You've completed all terms of your sentence (including probation and fines)

• Your offense is eligible under Nevada law (some violent or sexual offenses are excluded)

Every case is different. That's why we offer free consultations to review your eligibility and guide you through the process from start to finish.

Don't Let Your Record Define You

If your criminal history is standing in the way of your goals, don't wait. There are legal options available — and Liberators Criminal Defense is here to help you use them.