In prison, ex-Danville cop enjoyed coveted firefighter role. Now he can use it to dismiss his felony
Briefly

Andrew Hall, a former Contra Costa Sheriff's deputy with a conviction for assault in a 2018 on-duty killing, seeks to have his record expunged. His work with the San Quentin Fire Department during incarceration granted him privileges such as a shorter sentence and outside work. A California law supports his expungement efforts, though he will retain restrictions like gun possession limitations. Hall's court hearing has been postponed, and prosecutors may seek to delay expungement until after his parole is completed.
Hall served on the San Quentin Fire Department during his incarceration, leading to privileges like a shortened sentence and enrollment in state training programs.
A California statute allows Hall to seek expungement of his assault conviction due to his firefighting service while incarcerated.
If Hall's expungement is granted, he will still be prohibited from possessing firearms and any future violent felony will count as a second strike.
Hall's expungement hearing has been postponed until August, pending a certificate from the prison.
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