Since a criminal record can keep you from getting accepted into school, getting a job, or a professional license or a permit you need for a job, having your record expunged can be VERY IMPORTANT. In many cases you may be able to file for an expungement yourself, but hiring a qualified and experience lawyer to handle your expungement for you will not only save you the frustration of navigating the complex procedures involved, but will also insure that it is done the right way.