If you have been convicted of a crime in Arizona and have successfully completed your sentence then you likely want to move on with your life. Unfortunately, that is not always possible and a conviction can haunt someone for years. Bretton Barber is a Phoenix area lawyer who does not believe that is fair and thinks everyone should receive a second chance. Arizona allows for the clearing of criminal records for those who have made a mistake in their past but have since gone on to rehabilitate their life. Bretton has filed hundreds of set asides throughout our state and understands what the Courts are looking for. If you need an expungement in order to find employment or housing then do not give up hope. Contact our office today to speak with an attorney.
If you have committed a crime and served your punishment then you deserve the chance to move on with your life. Unfortunately, society often holds a large prejudice against those who have been convicted of a crime – even if it was a relatively minor misdemeanor. Such convictions may negatively affect your ability to find employment and housing. It may also impact your right to own a firearm. It can even cause you to lose your license in a field you may have spent a great deal of time and money training to enter. Bretton devotes a large portion of his practice to helping those convicted of a crime to reclaim their lives. Our office handles the following issues:
- Expungements and set asides
- Criminal Record and Employment Issues
- Civil Right issues and Gun Right restoration
- Fingerprint Clearance Cards
- Professional License Appeals
Bretton has handled such issues throughout the state of Arizona and understands the procedures of each individual Court. He is able to tailor his argument for his client in accordance to the facts a specific jurisdiction or administration board is looking for. Before taking on a case, Bretton sits down with each client in order to find out the facts of their situation and explain the procedure. He charges a reasonable rate and only take on cases in which he is confident have a legitimate chance of success. If you have served your time, you do not deserve to be punished for the rest of your life. Contact our office today to speak with an attorney. In addition to Phoenix, our attorney represents defendants in other Maricopa County cities such as Mesa, Glendale, Scottsdale, Chandler, and Gilbert. We also assist Pima County residents in Tucson.