The new year brings new opportunities, and 2025 can be the year you start fresh by expunging your criminal record in Illinois. Clearing your record can open doors to better job prospects, housing opportunities, and overall peace of mind. Here’s how an attorney can help you expunge your record and make 2025 a year of [...]
If a judge denies your expungement petition, it can be disappointing. However, this does not mean that all hope is lost. An attorney can help you explore other legal options, such as appealing the decision or seeking to seal your record instead. What Can I Do if a Judge Denies My Expungement Petition? In Illinois, [...]
If you have successfully expunged your criminal record, you might wonder if you need to tell your boss about it. The answer is no. In Illinois, you are not legally required to disclose an expunged record to your employer. Do I Have to Tell My Boss I Have an Expunged Record? In Illinois, once your [...]
If you have a finding of no probable cause, a dismissed case, or a not guilty outcome on your record, you might be eligible for expungement in Illinois. These situations don't count as convictions, and an attorney can help you clear your record. Can You Expunge Findings of No Probable Cause, Dismissed Cases and Not [...]
In Illinois, certain outcomes in a criminal case, such as supervision, nolle prosequi, or stricken off with leave to reinstate (SOL), can be eligible for expungement. Understanding these terms and the expungement process can help you clear your record. Can You Expunge Supervision, Nolle Prosequi, or Stricken Off With Leave to Reinstate? In Illinois, you [...]
Understanding what doesn't count as a conviction for expungement purposes in Illinois is crucial for those looking to clear their criminal record. Certain situations and outcomes in your criminal case may make you eligible for expungement, even if you were initially charged. What Doesn't Count as a Conviction for Expungement Purposes in Illinois? In Illinois, [...]