What Parts of a Criminal Record Are Public?

If you have a criminal record, some of the information on it is considered public – and employers, landlords, and even lenders can see it. Your record can prevent you from getting a job, finding a place to live, or from getting a loan to buy a home.

But what information can they see?

What Parts of Your Criminal Record Are Public?

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3 Reasons to Seal Your Criminal Record

If you’re not eligible for criminal record expungement, you could still be eligible for sealing – and if you are, it may be worth considering.

3 Reasons to Seal Your Criminal Record

When your criminal record has publicly available information in it, some employers, lenders, and landlords may be able to see it and hold it against you. Even if you don’t think that’s important today, you may in the Read More

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Who Can See Expunged Records in Illinois?

Many Chicagoans have criminal histories – and too few take advantage of our state’s expungement law. Expungement can clear your record and give you the fresh start you deserve.

But how does it work, and who can see your expunged records in Illinois?

Who Can See Expunged Records in Illinois?

Criminal record expungement results in your arrest and court files being completely erased. The public can’t see them because the Read More

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What is Criminal Background Expungement?

Criminal background expungement, commonly just called expungement, is a process that clears a person’s criminal record.

Why Would Someone Want Criminal Background Expungement?

Sometimes having a criminal record can stop you from getting a good job, finding a place to live, or even getting a line of credit. Because the public sometimes looks unfavorably at people who have criminal backgrounds, it often makes sense to have criminal records cleared away Read More

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Great News for People With Felonies in the Past: HB 2373 Signed Into Law

If you have a felony on your record that’s holding you back, there’s great news: Illinois has expanded the Criminal Identification Act to allow more people than ever to get fresh starts.

What is HB 2373, and How Does It Affect You?

Gov. Bruce Rauner signed important legislation last week that opens up more possibilities than ever before for people with criminal records.

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Great News for People With Felonies in the Past: HB 2373 Signed Into Law

If you have a felony on your record that’s holding you back, there’s great news: Illinois has expanded the Criminal Identification Act to allow more people than ever to get fresh starts.

What is HB 2373, and How Does It Affect You?

Gov. Bruce Rauner signed important legislation last week that opens up more possibilities than ever before for people with criminal records.

House Bill 2373 amends the Criminal Identification Read More

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Can You Really Remove Your Criminal Record?

Having a criminal record can hold you back from getting a good job, obtaining credit, or even finding a place to live for your family. If you’re like most people with a few mistakes in the past, you’d do anything to get a fresh start so people could recognize you for who you are today… not who you were when you made those mistakes.

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Interviewing Expungement Lawyers? Here’s What to Ask

If you’re thinking about clearing your criminal record so you can have a fresh start, you’ve probably come across a handful of expungement lawyers during your research—but how do you know which one to choose, which one will give you the most responsive service (which you’ll be grateful for when you have questions during the expungement process), and which one will get you the best possible outcome?

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Expunge Your Arrest Record: What You Need to Know

If you’ve been turned down for employment, a place to live, or even a loan, your arrest record may be to blame—but the good news is that you may be eligible for arrest record expungement.

How to Expunge Your Arrest Record

Many people choose to work with a Chicago expungement attorney when they’re in a situation similar to yours. Expunging your arrest record isn’t a simple process, and it doesn’t Read More

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How to Get Your Record Expunged in Chicago, Skokie, or Rolling Meadows

When you’re denied employment, financing, or even a place to live because you have a criminal record, you know how tough it can be—but you may be eligible to have your criminal record expunged

How to Get Your Record Expunged in Chicago, Skokie, or Rolling Meadows

For many people, it makes sense to work with a Chicago expungement attorney who can perform a background check and file the appropriate expungement Read More

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