Can I get my shoplifting record pardoned?

You can apply for executive clemency. You should note the effect of a full and free pardon on an individual’s criminal record is controlled by Title 16, section 611-622 of the Maine Revised Statutes Annotated. Because Maine does not expunge or erase criminal records, one’s criminal record is not “wiped clean” by being granted a pardon; rather, information concerning the pardoned conviction is considered “non-conviction” data and is available only under the conditions or circumstances set forth in Title 16, section 611-622 of the Maine Revised Statutes Annotated. Information related to a conditional pardon or commutation may be disseminated to any person for any purpose. You can contact me to start the process or go here to learn more about the process - http://www.maine.gov/corrections/adult/pardon/