Can an Employer Fire You if They Find Out You Have a Criminal Record?

November 9, 2022
Criminal Records | Expungement | Records Sealing

If you’re like many people, you’re concerned that an employer could find out about your criminal history – and then fire you. But is that possible (or legal)? This guide explains.

Can an Employer Fire You if They Find Out You Have a Criminal Record?

In 2021, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed into law the Employee Background Fairness Act. The act was designed to prohibit employers in Illinois from disqualifying Read More

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What Happens When a Landlord Sees Your Criminal Record?

November 2, 2022
Expungement | Landlords | Sealing

If you’re like many people, you don’t want a prospective landlord to see that you have a criminal record – even if you’ve only been arrested but never charged with a crime (or even if you were charged, but you were never convicted). There’s a good reason many people are concerned about a prospective landlord seeing a criminal record, too; the record may influence the landlord to pass up your Read More

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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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Can You Seal a DUI Arrest in Chicago?

September 28, 2022
DUI | Records Sealing | Sealing

If you’re like many people, you know that in the state of Illinois, it’s sometimes possible to expunge or seal a criminal record. But what about a DUI arrest? Is it possible to clear that from your criminal record? This guide explains.

Can You Seal a DUI Arrest in Chicago?

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Can You Expunge Reckless Driving if You Were Over 25 at the Time of the Offense?

September 21, 2022
DUI | Expungement

It’s common knowledge that young people make mistakes – especially behind the wheel. If you were one of those people and were charged with reckless driving, you may be able to expunge it from your record. However, there’s a catch: You must have been under the age of 25 at the time of the offense. This guide explains.

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Can You Expunge a Violation of an Order of Protection in Illinois?

September 14, 2022
Criminal Records | Expungement

If you’re like many people, you’ve made mistakes in the past. Sometimes, it’s possible to apply for criminal record expungement or sealing – both of which help you get a fresh start. But Is it possible to expunge or seal a violation of an order of protection in Illinois? This guide explains.

Can You Expunge a Violation of an Order of Protection in Illinois?

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Can You View Your Own Criminal Records in Illinois?

September 7, 2022
Background Checks

If you have a criminal record in the state of Illinois, you’re allowed to access it. But where do you even begin? This guide explains.

Can You View Your Own Criminal Records in Illinois?

You are permitted to view your own criminal records in the state of Illinois. Often, people want to see them because they intend to apply for expungement or sealing; in that case, the attorney handling their Read More

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