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title: "Can a prostitution charge be expunged in Rhode Island?"
description: "Yes. Misdemeanor prostitution and solicitation convictions in Rhode Island can be expunged after a 5-year waiting period from completion of sentence, provided you have no subsequent convictions. The..."
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date: 2026-05-24
modified: 2026-05-24
author: "The Law Office of Chad F Bank"
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# Can a prostitution charge be expunged in Rhode Island?

Yes. Misdemeanor prostitution and solicitation convictions in Rhode Island can be expunged after a 5-year waiting period from completion of sentence, provided you have no subsequent convictions. The expungement removes the case from standard background checks, which significantly reduces the long-term reputational and employment impact. Charges that result in dismissal, acquittal, or no-file disposition by the prosecutor may be automatically expunged under the Second Chance Law without you needing to file a petition. The Attorney General can object to expungement petitions, so legal representation improves the chances of approval. Successful expungement is one of the most important steps for moving past a prostitution charge.