Today, November 26, 2018, the New Jersey State Legislature will gather in Trenton to consider Senate Bill S-2703, better known as the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory and Expungement Aid Modernization Act. You may have heard that the proposed law would legalize the possession and personal use of an ounce or less of marijuana by adults 21 years and older, and create a regulatory and tax system for the activity.
However, you may not know that the proposed law also specifically requires New Jersey to create an electronic filing system to process expedited expungements for those convicted of low-level marijuana possession and distribution offenses. This electronic filing system must be created within six months of the passage of a final version of the law.
Although Senate President Steven Sweeney (D, Gloucester) indicates that a separate piece of legislation will have to be written and voted on in order to spell out the exact terms of this mandate, it is clear that statewide expungement of low level possession offenses is an intended goal of the proposed law and will be part of the final bill. The separate legislation dealing with the expungement of marijuana offenses in more detail, A-4498, is still in the Assembly and has not yet been released.
Recognizing that the time and effort required to inform the public of the new expungement laws is substantial, the legislation also requires a public information campaign in an effort to educate communities as to the availability of the expedited expungement for marijuana offenses.
Although the legislation is scheduled to be voted on today, it is very likely that additional changes will be made before the bill is signed into law. Moreover, as discussed above, the specific details regarding the expungement process for marijuana convictions have yet to be established. As more information becomes available, we will continue to keep you updated.
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) estimates that as many as 280,000 people will be eligible for this mandated expungement. Are you one of them? Contact National Security Law Firm, an experienced career expungement attorney, to discuss your case and determine your eligibility under the new law. You may be able to take advantage of this unprecedented opportunity to stop a past marijuana offense from negatively impacting your life and future.
Why Expungement Isn’t One-and-Done
Too many people think once the judge signs their expungement order, their past is gone. But here’s the reality:
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25–30% of New Jersey agencies fail to update their databases correctly.
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Private background check companies like TruthFinder, Checkr, and Sterling keep distributing outdated information unless they’re contacted directly.
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That’s why so many people who’ve already “been expunged” call us saying:
“My record is still showing up — I thought this was done.”
How NSLF Does It Differently
At National Security Law Firm, led by Karen Howell, Esq., we don’t stop at filing petitions. We built a proprietary follow-up process to ensure your record is erased everywhere it matters:
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Government Database Follow-Up — We confirm courts, police, probation, NJSP, and even the FBI actually clear your record.
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Private Background Check Notifications — Our proprietary system notifies major reporting companies, included at no extra cost.
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Lifetime Backup Support — If your record ever resurfaces years later, we step back in and fight to remove it — free.
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Refund Guarantee — If your expungement is denied for reasons outside your control, we refund your legal fee.
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Expedited Expungements: Faster Than Ever
A typical New Jersey expungement can take close to a year. But since April 2025, you can request expedited processing with the NJ State Police — if your filing is done correctly.
At NSLF, we handle expedited petitions for qualifying clients. This can mean the difference between waiting months versus moving forward now with a job, license, or housing opportunity.
👉 Learn more about expedited expungements here.
Flat, Transparent Pricing
We keep pricing simple and predictable:
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$1,500 for your primary offense
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+$200 for each additional offense
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+$1,800 (in addition to the standard fee) for:
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Early Pathway Expungements (before the waiting period ends)
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Drug Distribution Convictions (possession with intent to distribute)
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+$2,500 (in addition to the standard fee) for expedited expungements
👉 See our complete pricing guide.
Affordable Payment Plans
Don’t let cost stand in the way of your second chance. With Affirm financing, you can:
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Spread payments over 3, 6, 12, or 24 months
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Check eligibility without impacting your credit score
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Example: $1,500 expungement = about $65/month
Our Refund Guarantee
We’re the only firm in New Jersey offering a money-back refund guarantee.
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If your expungement is denied for reasons outside your control, you get a full refund of our fee.
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⚠️ The guarantee does not apply if you fail to disclose your complete criminal history.
Why Clients Choose NSLF
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More expungements handled than any other firm in New Jersey
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Proprietary process to fix government + private database errors
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Lifetime record cleanup guarantee
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Flat-rate pricing + financing options
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Refund guarantee for peace of mind
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Every case personally handled by Karen Howell, Esq.
👉 Visit our Expungement Resource Hub for guides, FAQs, and offense-specific information.
We’re Trusted With More Expungements in New Jersey Than Any Other Law Firm.
Don’t Lose Another Opportunity
Every day your record lingers is another day you could miss out on a job, housing, or peace of mind. Don’t wait. Start today.
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Hear From Our Clients
We are proud to be one of New Jersey’s most highly rated expungement firms, trusted by thousands across the state.
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⚡ At NSLF, we don’t just file expungements. We erase your record everywhere it matters — for life.
