Can an Employer Ask Me About My Criminal Record in Illinois?
If you have a criminal record, you know that it can prevent you from getting the [...]
What Class 4 Felonies Can You Seal in Illinois?
If you’re like many people with felony criminal histories, you’re looking for a fresh start – you’re sick of your criminal record hanging over your head. Fortunately, Illinois law allows [...]
Can You Seal Arrests and Dismissals on Your Criminal Record?
If you have arrests and dismissals on your criminal record, can you seal them so that prospective employers and other people won't be able to see them? This guide explains. [...]
Is it Better to Seal or Expunge Arrest Records in Illinois?
Is it better to seal or expunge arrest records in Illinois? If you were arrested and never charged with a crime, your case was dismissed, or you were found not [...]
Expunging Your Record? Here’s What to Look For
If you're expunging your criminal record in Illinois, you must first make sure you're eligible. So what do you look for on your record to determine whether you're eligible for [...]
Does Your Criminal Record Clear After 7 Years?
If you're like many people, you've heard the popular myth that your criminal record clears after seven years. But it's just that: A myth. Does Your Criminal Record Clear After [...]
Can You Expunge a Domestic Violence Charge in Illinois?
Domestic violence - what Illinois law technically calls domestic battery - goes on your permanent criminal record. But can you expunge a domestic violence charge in Illinois? Here's what you [...]
When is Your Criminal Record Created in Illinois?
If you're like many people in Illinois, you have a criminal record - but you may not even know it. So when is a criminal record created in Illinois, and [...]
Expungement FAQ
If you're like many people, you've considered having your criminal record expunged - but what is expungement, and could it be the right choice for you? Check out this Illinois [...]
How to Expunge Arrest Records in Illinois
Having a criminal record can prevent you from getting a job, finding a place to live, or even obtaining credit – but is there anything you can do about it? [...]
