Can A Sexual Assault Offense Be Expunged In NJ?

While many lawyer websites explicitly state that a sexual assault is not expungable, a review of N.J.S.A. 2C:52-2 plainly demonstrates that this is not the case. You will have the opportunity to remove a conviction from your record for sex assault but you will, unfortunately, still be exposed to the registration and reporting requirements of Megan’s Law. Sex offender registration does no terminate unless and until and individual completes at least fifteen (15) years without an violation of the law. The entire process of expungment and Megan’s removal is complex so it is highly advisable that you speak to an experienced criminal lawyer if you are interested in this relief.