If you’ve ever wondered how to get your criminal record expunged, you’re not alone. Thousands of people in Chicago, Rolling Meadows, and Skokie (and all the surrounding communities, as well) have wondered the same thing.

But is it an easy process? And if it is, where do you begin?

If you’re eligible for expungement (not everyone is; see “Am I Eligible for Read More

If you’re like most people, you’ve heard stories about people who have had their criminal records expunged… and you wonder if it could work for you, too.

Recent changes to the Illinois Criminal Identification Act could make it easier for you to get your criminal record expunged. In fact, many people are eligible for expungement without even realizing it.

Many people Read More

Criminal background expungement, which is commonly just called “expungement,” can make a huge difference in your life. It’s not just about having a clear criminal background (if you’re not sure what appears on your criminal record, it’s a good idea to work with a criminal background check lawyer in Chicago and the suburbs)—it’s also about having access to opportunities that you may not have when you have a criminal record. Read More

For many people, a criminal background is detrimental—it can hold you back from getting your dream job, keep you from finding a place to live, or even prevent you from taking out a loan.

But adult criminal records are permanent.

Aren’t they?

Not necessarily.

Some—but not all—adult criminal records can be expunged.

If you’re in Chicago, Skokie, Rolling Meadows or any of the Read More