Archives for: October 24th, 2014

The Criminal Identification Act in Illinois

Illinois’ Criminal Identification Act makes it possible to expunge or seal your criminal record in the state of Illinois, but it’s not a free-for-all. In fact, in order to have your records expunged or sealed under the Criminal Identification Act, you have to meet certain criteria. Do you qualify?

About the Illinois Criminal Identification Act

The Illinois Criminal Identification Act limits expungement and sealing based on qualifying factors, including:

  • Whether
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Job Applicants with Criminal Records: Know Your Rights

If you have a criminal record, no matter how long ago the incident occurred or how minor it was, you’re probably already familiar with the effect it has on your ability to get a job. It’s not fair that employers can, and often do, use your criminal history against you, so if you are eligible for an expungement or sealing of your criminal records, it’s a good idea to call Read More

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