For many people, winning an expungement in court feels like the end of the journey. A judge signs the order, the attorney serves it on the agencies, and you breathe a sigh of relief knowing your past is finally behind you.

But then it happens.

You apply for a job, an apartment, or even a professional license — and your “expunged” record still shows up.

Sadly, this scenario is far more common than most people realize.

At National Security Law Firm (NSLF), we regularly hear from frustrated clients who paid another attorney for an expungement, only to discover months or years later that their record is still being reported. The truth is, many law firms stop at the court order — and that’s not enough.

In this post, we’ll explain why expunged records often remain visible, and more importantly, what NSLF does differently to make sure your record is truly gone.

Why Expunged Records Still Appear After Expungement

1. Government Agencies Don’t Always Update Their Databases

Our audits show that 25–30% of New Jersey agencies fail to properly update their systems, even after being served with a valid expungement order. That means your expunged charges may still appear in:

Most attorneys never check these databases after the order is issued, so errors go unnoticed.

2. Private Background Check Companies Don’t Automatically Remove Records

Even if government databases are updated, dozens of private background check companies — like TruthFinder, Checkr, and Sterling — continue to collect, store, and sell your information. These companies don’t receive court orders, so unless someone notifies them, they keep reporting your old record to:

  • Employers

  • Landlords

  • Lenders

  • Licensing agencies

Here’s the problem:

  • Most expungement attorneys never notify these companies at all. They stop once the court order is signed.

  • The few that do usually charge extra and treat it as a separate, add-on service — often billing hundreds of dollars additional.

At NSLF, we believe this step is essential, not optional. That’s why we include private background check notifications in every expungement we handle, at no extra cost.

How National Security Law Firm Goes Above and Beyond

At NSLF, we believe an expungement isn’t complete until your record is truly gone — from both government and private systems. That’s why we go far beyond what most attorneys do.

✅ Government Database Verification & Error Correction

We don’t stop once the order is served.  If we find that an agency hasn’t removed your record, we don’t shrug and move on — we fix it.

That can mean:

  • Multiple phone calls and letters

  • Escalating issues to higher-level court administrators

  • Following up until the record is actually removed

Most attorneys never do this. We consider it a core part of the job.

✅ Private Background Check Notifications

We contact major private background check companies to ensure your record is removed from their systems.

  • Other lawyers either don’t offer this at all or charge hundreds of dollars extra.

  • At NSLF, it’s included in every expungement we handle.

✅ Lifetime Record Removal Guarantee

Even years after your expungement, your record might resurface online or in a private database. If that happens, we don’t leave you on your own with a template letter. We immediately step in, demand removal, and ensure it’s corrected.

This lifetime protection is part of every expungement we handle.

✅ Refund Guarantee

We’re so confident in our process that we back it with a refund guarantee. If your expungement isn’t granted, we refund your legal fee in full.*

This eliminates your financial risk and ensures you’re never left worse off.

Why This Matters

The whole point of an expungement is to move forward without your past holding you back. If your record is still being displayed on public databases or private background checks, the expungement hasn’t truly done its job.

Most law firms leave this problem unsolved. At NSLF, we built our process specifically to make sure it never happens to you.

Why Choose National Security Law Firm for Your Expungement?

  • We don’t stop at the court order — we confirm removal from government systems.

  • We notify private background check companies on your behalf.

  • We provide lifetime record removal support.

  • We are the only NJ expungement firm with a money-back guarantee.*

  • All fees are flat-rate and all-inclusive.

  • Every case is personally handled by an experienced expungement attorney.

Ready to Finally Put Your Past Behind You?

Don’t settle for a “paper-only” expungement that leaves your record floating around online. At NSLF, we make sure your record is gone — everywhere.

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Your future is too important to leave in the past. Let’s clear your record — and your worries — for good.

*Our Expungement Guarantee

The term “guaranteed” in our advertisements refers only to our refund policy, not to any guaranteed legal outcome. Legal cases are inherently unpredictable, and results cannot be assured. If your expungement is denied, you will receive a 100% refund of our legal fee. This guarantee is unique in New Jersey expungement law and is designed to give our clients peace of mind and confidence when choosing us.

Flat, Transparent Pricing

  • $1,500 for your primary offense

  • +$200 for each additional offense

  • +$1,800 (in addition to the standard fee) for early expungements or drug distribution cases

  • +$2,500 (in addition to the standard fee) for expedited filings

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Affordable Payment Options

With Affirm financing, you can:

  • Pay over 3, 6, 12, or 24 months

  • Start now with little down

  • Check eligibility with no credit impact

  • Example: $1,500 = about $65/month

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Why Professionals Choose NSLF

  • More expungements than any other firm in New Jersey

  • Proprietary cleanup system for government + private records

  • Lifetime record protection for ongoing peace of mind

  • Refund guarantee = risk-free choice

  • Flat pricing + financing flexibility

  • Every case personally handled by Karen Howell, Esq.

👉 Visit our Expungement Resource Hub for FAQs, eligibility charts, and offense-specific guides.

We’re Trusted With More Expungements in New Jersey Than Any Other Law Firm.

Don’t Let Your Record Cost You Another Job

Every day you wait is another opportunity lost. Don’t let your past decide your future. Clear your record today — and step into the career you’ve worked hard for.

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⚡ At NSLF, we don’t just file expungements. We erase your record everywhere it matters — for life.