You are not required to have a lawyer for Rhode Island expungement, but it is strongly advised. The procedural requirements are detailed, and a denied petition costs you time. A lawyer helps by confirming you are eligible before you file, preparing the petition correctly, gathering supporting documents (employment records, community involvement, character references), and handling any objection from the Attorney General at the hearing. For felony expungement or DUI expungement, where an objection is more likely, having a lawyer is especially important. Call Attorney Chad F Bank at 401-573-2265.
