The Massachusetts Legislature has made sweeping changes to the law regarding those who have a criminal record or CORI. In essence, the new law made it easier to seal a criminal record. Rankin & Sultan represents clients who have a CORI that is hindering their ability to secure housing, get a job, or simply move on in life. Rankin & Sultan requests and reviews our clients’ CORI to determine which cases are eligible for sealing immediately by simply filing a petition to the Commissioner of Probation and guides our clients through that process. If our clients’ cases are not eligible for sealing immediately, Rankin & Sultan will file petitions on behalf of clients in court to seal cases when the law permits us to do so.
To seal your case through a petition to seal in court, it is necessary to show that good cause exists to do so. Rankin & Sultan interviews our clients to determine how their criminal record has negatively affected their lives. We will then gather letters of support, interview witnesses, and put together a compelling package to the court to show that sealing is warranted. Please call Rankin & Sultan if you would like us to review your CORI to see if you are eligible for relief under the sealing statute.
If you have been accused or convicted of a crime or believe that you may be under criminal investigation, you need to get legal advice as soon as possible. Far too often, unrepresented individuals trying to help themselves inflict irreparable harm instead.
Our mission is to marshal our skill and experience to protect the underdog – to even the playing field; to safeguard liberty, property, and sometimes life; and to champion fundamental principles of justice, equity, and human dignity.
1666 Massachusetts Avenue,
Suite P-16, Lexington, MA 02420
PHONE: (617) 720-0011
EMAIL: office@rankin-sultan.com
