Does a “Not Guilty” Verdict Go On Your Criminal Record?
If you’re tried for a crime and found not guilty, will it appear on your record? If it does, is there anything you can do to remove it? Here’s what [...]
Do Arrests Create a Criminal Record?
If the police arrest you, do you have a criminal record? And if you do, will anyone ever see it? What can you do about it? Here’s what you need [...]
Do I Have a Criminal Record if My Charges Were Dropped?
If you have ever been arrested, you have a criminal record – even if the state of Illinois dropped the charges against you. Here’s what you need to know. Do [...]
Do I Need to Expunge an Arrest Record?
If you’re arrested in the state of Illinois, you have a criminal record – and your arrest will stay on your record unless you take action to expunge or seal [...]
In the News: Expungement Backlog Puts People’s Lives on Hold
In the state of Illinois, you're allowed to expunge certain arrests and charges - and even some convictions - from your criminal record. Expungement is like a fresh start for [...]
