Definition: The term "unexpunged" typically refers to a legal process in which someone's criminal record is not removed from their file. This process can be initiated by the person themselves, through an appeal, or through the court itself. The goal of unexpunged records is to ensure that individuals have access to justice and to prevent future crimes, as well as to protect public safety and order. Unexpunged records are not considered a legal document in the traditional sense, but rather a
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