Expungements for Underage Drug Offenses NJ

Drug Crime Expungement Attorneys in Morris County, New Jersey

Underage Drug Charges Expungement Lawyer NJ

Expungements for Young Drug Offenders – 2C:52-5

Do not let a youthful indiscretion ruin the rest of your life. If you were convicted of a drug offense while you were under the age of 21, you need an experienced New Jersey expungement lawyer to ensure that the arrest and conviction do not haunt you in the future. The knowledgeable criminal defense attorneys at the Tormey Law Firm have years of experience representing clients charged with a wide range of drug crimes, including marijuana possession, marijuana distribution, and prescription drug possession in Parsippany, Denville, Dover, Morristown, Rockaway, Montville, and throughout Morris County. Our firm’s founding partner, Travis J. Tormey, has handled thousands of criminal cases throughout New Jersey in both Superior Court (felonies) and Municipal Court (disorderly persons/misdemeanors). Our experience means that we can ensure that your expungement application will be submitted, argued. and resolved as efficiently as possible. For a free consultation about your specific drug charges and expungement eligibility, contact us toll-free at 866-949-6948, or use the online contact form to schedule an appointment at our conveniently-located Morristown office.

Expungement of Drug Offense under 21 in New Jersey: N.J.S.A. 2C:52-5

An expungement of a drug offense for individuals under the age of 21 is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:52-5, which provides, in pertinent part:

Notwithstanding the provisions of sections 2C:52-2 and 2C:52-3, after a period of not less than one year following conviction, termination of probation or parole or discharge from custody, whichever is later, any person convicted of an offense under chapters 35 or 36 of this title for the possession or use of a controlled dangerous substance, convicted of violating P.L.1955, c. 277, § 3 (C. 2A:170-77.5), or convicted of violating P.L.1962, c. 113, § 1 (C. 2A:170-77.8), and who at the time of the offense was 21 years of age or younger, may apply to the Superior Court in the county wherein the matter was disposed of for the expungement of such person’s conviction and all records pertaining thereto. The relief of expungement under this section shall be granted only if said person has not, prior to the time of hearing, violated any of the conditions of his probation or parole, albeit subsequent to discharge from probation or parole, has not been convicted of any previous or subsequent criminal act or any subsequent or previous violation of chapters 35 or 36 of this title or of P.L.1955, c. 277, § 3 (C. 2A:170-77.5) or of P.L.1962, c. 113, § 1 (C. 2A:170-77.8), or who has not had a prior or subsequent criminal matter dismissed because of acceptance into a supervisory treatment or other diversion program.

This section shall not apply to any person who has been convicted of the sale or distribution of a controlled dangerous substance or possession with the intent to sell any controlled dangerous substance except:

  • Marijuana, where the total sold, distributed or possessed with intent to sell was 25 grams or less, or
  • Hashish, where the total amount sold, distributed or possessed with intent to sell was 5 grams or less.

Eligibility for Expungement of a Youth Drug Crime

The youthful drug offender expungement exception has several requirements:

  • Defendant was convicted of possession or use of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS)
  • Defendant was under 21 years old at the time of the offense
  • Defendant has no other criminal convictions
  • Defendant completed all the conditions of the court without issue

The statute also has an exception if the conviction was for distribution of a small amount of marijuana or hashish.

Contact a Mount Olive Drug Charge Expungement Attorney for a Free Consultation 

If you are eligible based on the above requirements, you can file for an expungement to have a drug offense removed from your record. The experienced expungement attorneys at the Tormey Law Firm can help you get things sorted out. Contact us day or night at 866-949-6948, or use the online contact form to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation about your case. We are also happy to schedule an appointment with you at our offices in Morristown.

Client Reviews

  • Excellent Representation

  • Quite Pleased

  • Professional and Responsive

  • Wonderful and Trusted Lawyer in American

  • Restraining Order Dismissed

  • Life saver!

  • Assault charge

  • James

  • Managing Director

  • Travis J. Tormey is a NO NONSENSE type of guy that gets things Done Right with No Delays. Excellent Find.

  • Excellent Attorney, Highly Recommend!

  • No promises, just a Pro!

  • Excellent Lawyer... Helped me in every step off my Case..

  • Great work

  • Best lawyer!!

  • FRO removal success!!

  • Easy to work with, straightforward

  • Kept my license

  • Father of client

  • Excellent Attorney , Charges Dismissed as promised

  • Helped every step of the way

  • Avoid mandatory jail time on shoplifting charges

  • GREAT – HONEST- ATTORNEY -AND – VERY GOOD

  • Help

  • Did the job he was hired to do

  • Great lawyer

  • Simple assault charge was dropped

  • Top Notch Representation

  • Well worth it.

  • DUI Case Dismissed

  • 2 felony charges dismissed

  • Cameron bury

  • great attorney

  • Hands Down Professional and delivers results!!!

  • DUI case dismissed

  • 125 stars out of 10!!

  • Excellent at getting best outcome

  • Excellent Attorney

  • TRO Dismissal

  • Efficient Excellent attorney.

  • Excellent attorney

  • Travis successfully defended me in an unprecedented Final Restraining Order Trial with ease

  • Kick Ass Attorney!

  • Efficient and professional attorney

  • Great Lawyer And Great Results

  • Top Notch DUI Attorney

  • Client Domestic Violence

  • Restraining Order

  • A real pro in a time of need - DWI Dismissed.

  • The most experienced, patient and affordable attorney

  • Travis Tormey successfully had a False TRO against me dismissed.

  • Underaged Drinking

  • Underaged Drinking

  • DUI Dismissed

  • Saved me from a DUI. HIGHLY recommended

  • Restraining Order

  • Case dismissed with Data Driven Facts

  • Respectful. Attentive. Professional.

  • Trespassing and Under the Influence Disorderly Persons charges

  • If you are reading this- You have reached the right place! Undoubtedly, the BEST Law Firm in New Jersey!

  • Amazing attorney with a heart of gold

  • Exceeded my expectations, Highly Professional Attorney

  • Responsive and knowledgeable.

  • The Tormey law firm was very kind and professional

  • Expungement

  • Travis Tormey is a True Professional Who Kept Me Out of Jail

  • Saved me a whole ton of problems

  • Travis Tormey Review

  • A nightmare case, with a happy ending.

  • Elite NJ Marijuana Attorney! 5 Stars!!

  • An Excellent lawyer!

  • Great lawyer for DUI

  • I highly endorse Travis Tormey.

  • Travis Tormey Law Firm

  • Travis is a Lifesaver

  • Travis J. Tormey - Evaluation

  • Great Lawyer. Got me off exactly what I wanted

  • Consummate Professional!

  • Great Criminal Defense Lawyer

  • Good Service

  • Exceptional Lawyer

  • Exceptional Lawyer

  • Hired to defend me for aggravated assault

  • Hired to defend me in a restraning order

  • Excellent attorney, highly recommend his talents

  • DWI Counsel

  • I highly recommend Mr. Tormey

  • Great attorney

  • Travis Tormey, Esq. - Great Results!

  • Travis Tormey - Excellent Attorney-Kind and Trustworthy

  • Excellent Attorney-Trustworthy and Kind

  • An Outstanding lawyer!!! That will represent you in the correct way!

  • Excellent Attorney! You will not be dissapointed....

  • Travis Tormey Gets Results!

  • tormey

  • Success!!

  • Travis Tormey Review

  • Only Lawyer I Recommend

  • Very Grateful

  • Attorney review of Travis Tormey

  • Excellent

Video Library

Experience You Can Trust

With unmatched knowledge and experience in the practice of law, the seasoned attorneys at The Tormey Law Firm are committed to serving their clients and tenaciously confronting the allegations against them.

We will examine every facet of your case in order to defend your constitutional rights and reputation.

With a dedicated legal advocate to assist you, our attorneys will ensure that you are never forced to navigate the complex legal process on your own.

The Tormey Law Firm

Morristown Location

55 Madison Avenue, Suite 400, Morristown, NJ 07960

(908) 336-5008 Directions

Areas we serve

All of Morris County including Boonton, Boonton Township, Butler, Chatham Borough, Chatham Township, Chester Borough, Chester Township, Denville Township, Dover, East Hanover Township, Florham Park, Hanover Township, Harding Township, Jefferson Township, Kinnelon, Lincoln Park, Long Hill Township, Madison, Mendham Borough, Mendham Township, Mine Hill Township, Mount Arlington, Montville, Morris Plains, Morris Township, Morristown, Mount Olive Township, Mountain Lakes, Netcong, Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, Pequannock Township, Randolph, Riverdale, Rockaway Borough, Rockaway Township, Roxbury Township, Victory Gardens, Washington Township, and Wharton.

Visa-Mastercard-Amex-Discover