Archives for: May 25th, 2022

Can You Work for the Government if You Have a Criminal Record?

May 25, 2022
Criminal Records | Expungement | Records Sealing | Sealing

If you’re like many people, you’re not sure whether you can work for the federal or state government if you have a criminal record. This guide explains.

Can You Work for the Government if You Have a Criminal Record?

It is absolutely possible to work for the federal or state government when you have a criminal record. Generally, the fact that you have completed a sentence and paid your dues Read More

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Can You Get a Government Security Clearance With a Criminal Record?

May 18, 2022
Criminal Records | Employment

If you’re like many people who want to work for the United States government, you may need a security clearance – but can you get one with a criminal record? This guide explains.

Can You Get a Government Security Clearance With a Criminal Record?

The U.S. government grants security clearances based on how trustworthy it believes a person is. investigators working for the government delve into your past as an Read More

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Can Violent Crimes Be Sealed in Illinois?

May 11, 2022
Background Checks | Criminal Records | Felonies | Records Sealing | Sealing

In the state of Illinois, there are some crimes that must remain on your criminal record forever. But what about violent crimes? Can they be sealed? This guide explains.

Can Violent Crimes Be Sealed in Illinois?

Many violent crimes must remain on your criminal record forever, which means they will turn up in background checks. However, some types of forcible felonies – a term that includes some violent crimes – Read More

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Can Violent Crimes Be Expunged in Illinois?

May 4, 2022
Sealing

If you’re like many people, you’ve heard of criminal record expungement. But what if your criminal record includes violent crimes? Can they be expunged? This guide explains.

Can Violent Crimes Be Expunged in Illinois?

Usually, violent crimes must remain on your criminal record. The law doesn’t allow them to be expunged. Some examples of violent crimes include domestic battery, crimes against animals, crimes that require you to register as a Read More

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