Archives for: October 26th, 2022

What Information Do You Need to Expunge or Seal Your Criminal Record?

October 26, 2022
Criminal Records | Expungement | Records Sealing | Sealing

If you want to expunge or seal your criminal record, you need specific information from your criminal record. This guide explains what information is necessary and how to get it.

What Information Do You Need to Expunge or Seal Your Criminal Record?

To expunge or seal your criminal record, you need to get certain information, including your:

  • Arrest date
  • The police department that arrested you
  • Offense that caused your arrest
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Can USCIS See Sealed Criminal Records?

October 19, 2022
Criminal Records | Immigration | Records Sealing | Sealing

If you have a criminal record, you may be wondering if U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) can see it. This guide explains what happens when you seal your criminal record and whether USCIS is able to view it.

Can USCIS See Sealed Criminal Records?

USCIS can see sealed criminal records. Sealing only prevents members of the general public, including employers and landlords, from seeing criminal records. USCIS can use Read More

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3 Benefits to Expunging Your Criminal Record in Illinois

October 12, 2022
Expungement

When you have a criminal record, it can feel like a weight on your shoulders that never goes away. You worry about what people will think when they find out. You may even have trouble getting a job or renting an apartment. But did you know that there is a way to clear your criminal record? Expungement offers several benefits, and here are three of the most important.

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Can All Criminal Records Be Expunged or Sealed in Illinois?

October 5, 2022
Expungement | Sealing

If you’re like many people, you have an Illinois criminal record following you around – but is it possible to erase or seal some (or all) of your record? This guide explains.

Can All Criminal Records Be Expunged or Sealed in Illinois?

Not all criminal records can be expunged or sealed in Illinois. In fact, some convictions have to remain on your record forever. For example, if you were ever Read More

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