Reviewed on: July 13,2016
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How can one fight a conviction after one served the sentence??

Not easily.
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Answered by a former federal inmate · 14+ years advising families
✓ Verified answer July 06,2016 · Law & Court Questions - Legal Terms
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Not easily. After the conviction and the sentence the only left to do is to restore your rights as a citizen. At this point the only people that can "erase" the conviction is the President of the United States for a federal crime and a Governor of the state you were convicted of if a state crime.
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About this answer: This response was prepared by InmateAid’s editorial team in consultation with former inmates who have direct experience with the federal correctional system. InmateAid has served families of the incarcerated since 2012. This is general information only — not legal advice. Last reviewed July 2016.