Expunging A First Time Drug Possession Misdemeanor

My question involves criminal records for the state of: Virginia

In September of 2006 I plead guilty to a reduced charge possesion of drug paraphenalia (down from possesion of marijuana - 1/2 a joint). At the time I thought I was doing the right thing, but now I have a misdemeanor that shows up on employment background checks. After finding this out, I did some research and see where VA code 18-2-251 provides 1st time offenders the ability to perform some different steps to take (drug screening, education programs) - and then it appears nothing will show on their record.

Can I appeal my conviction somehow (since this was my 1st offense of any kind anywhere) and perform the above steps to get this charge expunged?

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Quoting Flyer23

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Can I appeal my conviction somehow (since this was my 1st offense of any kind anywhere) and perform the above steps to get this charge expunged?

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Given that this was a plea bargain and more than 18 months have passed? I very much doubt it, and would expect any process of trying to reopen your case to be costly. Ask your criminal defense lawyer.

Otherwise, Virginia expungement is discussed in this thread.