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Remove Your Arizona Criminal and Arrest Record

Regain Your Civil and Firearm Rights

Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion 2023-2025

Law Firm 500’s Fastest Growing Firm 2023-2025 Winner

Justia Lawyer Rating 10.0 | Avvo Rating Superb Top Attorney DUI | Expertise.com’s Best Criminal Defense Attorneys 2023-2025 | Super Lawyers Selected to Rising Stars 2023-2025

(Please note that we can assist with any crime, conviction, or arrest in the state of Arizona only. We cannot help anyone whose case happened outside the state of Arizona.)

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Arizona’s Trusted
Law Firm To Regain Your Civil Rights, Firearm Rights and Hide Your Record

Future First Criminal Law has a seasoned team of lawyers ready to assist with sealing records, set-asides, expungements, and more. Handling these types of cases for over 8 years in Arizona. Discover how our team can be instrumental in navigating your legal challenges.

Sealing Records is a brand new law that passed and started in 2023. This is now the final step to finish your case, even if it was previously dismissed or ended in a conviction.

Since this law started, our firm has successfully completed hundreds of applications. Owner Zachary Divelbiss has completed both Set Asides and Sealing Records for six of his past criminal convictions.

Benefits of Services:

Please see each specific service for the exact benefits. This website is designed to be a one-stop, hassle-free shop for purchasing these services without having to contact the firm or schedule appointments. It offers transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and no surprise additional law firm fees.

This Is Right for You If:

  • You want your civil rights restored (Set Aside).
  • You want your firearm rights restored (Set Aside).
  • You want to seal your past criminal record.
  • You want to vote or serve on a jury.
  • You want to stop having past cases show up in background checks.
  • You want to have fingerprint card clearnance. 
  • You want to put your past behind you.
  • You are worried someone might find your past criminal record.
  • Your criminal record keeps you up at night.
  • You’ve been denied a job opportunity because of your background check.
  • You can’t get the housing you want.
  • You no longer want to identify as a criminal.

Work with an Experienced Arizona Sealing of Records Defense Attorney

Whether you’re looking to leave behind a misdemeanor, regain your civil rights, or shield an arrest from background checks, working with the right law firm makes all the difference. Our firm is led by a seasoned Arizona sealing of records defense attorney who understands the full scope of Arizona law from filing a proper petition to representing you in court. We help clients seal eligible criminal records under A.R.S. § 13-911, improving access to housing, employment, and peace of mind.

For those seeking to reverse the impact of a prior conviction, our Arizona set aside attorney can assist with restoring rights, including voting, firearm ownership, and licensing eligibility. Set asides under A.R.S. § 13-905 provide formal relief from the legal consequences of a conviction, a critical step for many clients rebuilding after serving a sentence.

If your history includes marijuana-related charges, our Arizona expungement attorney can help you clear your record completely under A.R.S. § 36-2862, the only true expungement process available in Arizona. Our team prepares every petition with precision, ensuring your application aligns with statutory requirements and court expectations.

With extensive experience in Arizona’s criminal law system, we guide clients through every phase whether your case involves DUI, theft, or a dismissed charge. Schedule a free consultation today and take the next step toward sealing, setting aside, or expunging your record.

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Real Client Google Reviews:

"I Highly recommend anyone that needs to get any of your past legal matters sealed. Great service provided and attention to detail was above and beyond. It takes time to have this matter to be completed but rest assure that Future First Criminal Law is on top of your case. Trust the process and this law firm to help you with the all the paperwork and process."
Vince E.
"I have nothing but positive things to say about Future First Criminal Law. I knew hiring them was the right choice from our initial conversation. My case took about five months. I live halfway across the country. The communication was great and I got the plea offer I desired without having to set foot in the courtroom. 5stars. 100%."
Cody C.
"I would recommend this company to anyone!!! They have been very upfront and honest! It was very hard because the first few months there is literally nothing happening. During this time I was ALWAYS able to contact them! I was always able to see things happening with my case online! They were right on target with everything they said they would do. Timing wasn’t perfect and a few things came up that were quickly handled! Thanks so much! I would say I would use you again but thanks to you I will never need to!"
Ernest G.
"Future first criminal law was excellent. They were informative before I started it. And then once I was able to get the money up for the cases they handled it. In a timely manner, you gotta be patient. When you do it, because it's not really on their time. It's on the court's time. But they did it a phenomenal job. They got one of mine expunged, and the rest of them, they can't be pulled up. So I got my gun rights back. I'm like my old self. And I'm really grateful to them, and they do a great job. I would recommend them to anybody. Thank you.Thanks the future.First criminal law for helping me get through this"
Michael B.
"Future First Criminal Law went above and beyond my expectations! They put a team together, answered all my questions, and then they were sealed. Thank you for your representation Future First Criminal Law!"
Michael W.
"Mr. Divelbiss is a great Attorney, thier team is organized and thorough. At no point did I feel underrepresented. I definitely recommend Future First Criminal Law. Hopefully, I won't need thier help again, but if I ever do, I know who to call."
Drake B.
"I chose this firm because of Zach Divelbiss’ own personal experience/background & the legal team’s compassion when I was first researching and needing to find representation. They were really kind & understanding; being the only legal team to make me feel like they were on my side and actually cared. Everyone on the team kept in contact and kept me well informed throughout the entire process. Their use of technology really helped with ongoing communication (texts, calls and videos). And cost was more than fair considering the services they provide(ed), especially compared to other well-reviewed firms out there. Zach made me feel hopeful and made me feel I was worth fighting for! Words cannot express my appreciation for what is an unpleasant & nerve-wracking experience"
Trisha H.
"I had an amazing experience working with future first criminal law firm after seeing the video by Zachary Divelbiss me decide to use this firm the real life experience he went through made him want to help others I was arrested at 60 years old never been in trouble a day im my life 5 years later I need to find a job after retirement but cant get a job because I now have a record that shows i'm a felon which is reporting wrong future first got my records sealed it took only 4 months they kept me in the loop at every turn I am so grateful to them they were so compassionate when I explained my whole sitution to them. thier pricing is very reasonable I thought it would cost way more I would recommend them for being the best top rated firm I give them 5 stars I would give them 100 stars if I could thank you so much to all the team members who worked so hard for me."
Jean M.
"Future First Criminal Law Firm is second to none. They represented me in more than one case, and all of them concluded in a very favorable manner. Thank you so very much all of your help, commitment and dedication!"
Aaron P.
"Zach and his team have been incredibly kind, caring, and compassionate throughout this process. They took the time to thoroughly research case law and used their expertise to achieve a life-changing outcome for me. Thanks to their hard work, my records were sealed, allowing me to finally move forward from a mistake I made over a decade ago. I’m so grateful for their dedication they gave me hope, peace of mind, and a true second chance at life."
Dennis S.
"The experience with Future first criminal law has been great. They resolved my legal issues. Now I can start my life over. Now I respect all the laws. Thank you Future first and your whole team. Now I can live my life without past restrictions."
Martin R.
"Future First Criminal Law assisted me in setting aside and sealing my Criminal record in Glendale AZ, we all do things when we are young and dumb that can unfortunately affect us when we get older and we realize a record can affect our future endeavors our Civil rights as well. I am thankful for the Future first team they handled my case quick and easy all the way from Northern Texas. Everything was handled with ease threw emails, text messages and documents sent via Mail. I was able to set up a payment plan to ease the financial burden quick and easy. I recommend anyone with a Criminal history who is looking for a second chance to reach out to Future First Criminal law to assist with any of the services they offer, you won't be disappointed. Thank you Future First. Most importantly thank you Jesus!"
Luis B.
"I recommend Future First Criminal Law. They helped me to successfully seal a DUI case of mine. They did great work and they were affordable!"
Briana B.
Future First gave me a second chance for everything and finally the past where it belongs in the past. Thank you Future First
Mark C.
"The team at Future First Criminal Law was able to help me get my records sealed which had been preventing me from getting an apartment on my own, as well as getting denied employment. The process was super simple, I just paid a one-time fee, gave them the info on my prior case, and they took care of the rest. They kept me updated via text during the process- which overall took about a couple months or so, not too bad. Overall, am pleased with the service they provided, as it made my life easier and am looking forward to a fresh start on life! I highly recommend them, and would like to thank them for their efforts!"
David E.
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FAQ:

Expungement is the best as it completely removes your record and restores your gun rights, but it is only for marijuana possession or sales cases (not marijuana DUIs, etc.). Sealing Records is the second best as it removes your record from the public and is available for most criminal cases. Set Aside is the third best as it still has great benefits, including restoring your gun rights, but the conviction is still on your record.

If you are not eligible for Expungement, Sealing Records, or Set Aside, you will have to continue waiting until you are eligible. Some cases will never be eligible until the law charges.

If you are still on probation for a felony case, you might also be eligible for Early Termination of Probation as long as you are in good standing with your PO, have completed all of your punishment, such as fines, and have completed at least 50% of your probation year. Please contact the firm via phone, text, or email for more details.

If your felony plea stipulates that you are eligible to have your class 6 felony or class 6 undesignated offense designated as a misdemeanor and have successfully completed your probation, contact the firm via phone, text, or email for more details.

You must be eligible for Set Aside, or Expungement to have your gun rights restored. Restoring gun rights is included in each application. Judges still have tons of power to deny the gun rights portion of any application.

Yes, restoring your gun rights by using Set Aside, or Expungement is only good for ARIZONA. If you have cases in other states or other cases that cause you to be a prohibited possessor then you cannot possess any guns or prohibited weapons.

If your application is approved, it is strongly recommended that you file an updated background check with the FBI or appeal your FBI record. Even if your Arizona gun rights are restored, you may still be a prohibited possessor under federal law, and it is between you and the federal government to update your record. Our firm cannot give further advice about federal laws or federal gun rights.

The application is typically drafted in about a week or two depending on how much information we have to research or how much information you provide. We typically review and finalize all applications within 30 days.

Once the application is filed with the court, it commonly takes a minimum of 90 days to get a response from the judge if the application is approved or denied. Some applications have taken much longer based on how busy the judge is, which we do not know ahead of time. Providing incorrect information or not completing all your sentence terms, like fines and fees, can delay the application filing until everything is complete.

If you have more than one case, you will have to pay for each one, as each application is only good for one case. Unfortunately, there is no application that removes your entire criminal and arrest record, as each case has to be independently applied for and reviewed by the judge. A good rule of thumb is that each different case number needs a separate application, even if there was only one incident.

The general rule of thumb is that your case will only be approved if it is eligible. Even if one of your cases is not eligible, it is recommended that you still apply for the eligible case, as the judge has the power to approve the eligible case. It is also possible to select multiple services, such as hiring one case for Sealing Records and one case for Set Aside.

No. It is very rare that the judge will schedule a court date to grant or deny an application. A court date is typically only scheduled if a victim in a case objects to the application. Even then, the lawyer will attend the court date so you do not have to. Yes, you can appear if you want.

No. Sealing Records, Set Asides, and Expungements at our firm are only eligible for cases that happened in Arizona. If your case happened outside of Arizona, you must contact a lawyer in that state. The rule is always based on where the incident occurred or was charged, not where you live at the time of the application.

The application will be based on the information you provide to the firm, so it is strongly recommended that you do your research to gather as much information as possible. Yes, the firm will internally attempt to verify the information you provided, but often, the firm will have to rely on the information you provide.

If your application is denied based on inaccurate information provided, no refund will be given. However, you can contact the firm, and we can typically work out a discount for a second application.

If your Sealing Records application is denied, you will automatically have to wait an additional three years before we can file a new application. However, if the firm believes that the application was incorrectly denied, we do have a way of giving it a second chance to have the judge reconsider and approve it. If the application is denied, it is commonly recommended to hire Set Aside as they have different legal standards, and you do not have to wait the additional three years.

If your Set Aside application is denied, we will contact you and advise you as to why. If an error in the application can be corrected, a new application can be filed. If the firm caused the error, there will be no additional cost. If the error was due to incorrect information provided by you, then you will have to purchase a new application.

If a Set Aside application was denied, then it is unlikely, but not impossible, that a Sealing Records application will also be denied. If needed, contact the firm for specific advice.

If your Expungement application is denied, it is likely due to having too much marijuana, exceeding the 2 1/2 ounces required by the expungement law. It is typically recommended that you hire Sealing Records as the next best option, as Sealing Records has a different legal requirement and can often be approved even though your Expungement application was denied.

Yes. Once the application is finalized, the firm usually sends you a copy to sign electronically before submitting it to the court. If your signature is required but you do not sign the application, that will not be a valid reason for a refund. Not signing the application will cause a delay in your filing, which will not be sufficient for a refund. Please contact us in writing for any exceptions.

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