Category: Expungement

Juvenile Expungements: A Tragic Story

May 12, 2013
Expungement | Juvenile Crimes

My clients are often surprised at the long-term consequences of their juvenile arrests.  Unfortunately, it is often difficult for an adult to avoid the repercussions of mistakes made as a youth — this is the importance of expunging your juvenile record.

Recently, a client walked into my office in utter despair.  She went to school to become a pharmacy technician.  By the time she was 21, she completed her technician Read More

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The Importance of Expunging Your Juvenile Record

May 1, 2013
Criminal Records | Expungement | Juvenile Crimes

Were you arrested as a juvenile?  If so, did you know that your juvenile record can be used against you, even after you reach adulthood?  Whenever a juvenile is arrested, records are kept by both Illinois courts and law enforcement agencies.

It is a widely held misconception that a juvenile record is automatically expunged once an individual turns 18.  Sadly, however, this is incorrect.  You must petition the court to Read More

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Expunge Your DUI Arrest!!!

April 9, 2013
DUI | Expungement

If your DUI case was dismissed or resulted in an acquittal at trial, you are eligible for an expungement. Having a DUI arrest in your criminal background carries severe consequences. Once you have been arrested for driving under the influence, a record of this incident is filed with the Illinois State Police’s database and remains on record, even if charges were dismissed or you were acquitted. In essence, this means Read More

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Criminal Record Clearing

April 1, 2013
Expungement | Records Sealing

Most people assume that arrests that resulted in a dismissal or acquittal are automatically expunged after a certain period of time. Unfortunately, however, this is incorrect. In order to have your criminal record expunged, you must file a petition and follow the court protocol to finalize the expungement.

After your records are sealed or expunged, you may truthfully tell potential employers and landlords that you were never arrested or charged Read More

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Simple Battery can be a Simple Expungement

March 25, 2013
Battery | Expungement

Is a battery conviction preventing you from moving on with your life?  Most people assume that a misdemeanor battery conviction cannot be expunged, but this is inaccurate.  A misdemeanor battery conviction can be expunged.

When you apply for a job or housing, a basic background check will reveal your battery conviction.  An employer or landlord may be hesitant to move forward because of the nature of your criminal background.When your Read More

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Expedite Your Expungement: It is Now Faster to Expunge Your Past and Expand Your Future!

March 19, 2013
Expungement

Worried that your criminal record may stand in the way of that great new job?  What about apartment screening applications?  In the past, my clients often wondered if they could expedite their Chicago expungement petitions.  Unfortunately, because of the backlog in Cook County, expediting an expungement petition was nearly impossible.  The expected time frame for a court order clearing your criminal record was anywhere from 3 to 6 months.

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Case Dismissed = Automatic Clearing of Criminal Records?

March 10, 2013
Expungement | Records Sealing

I am often asked the following, “I was arrested and my case was dismissed.  Is my record automatically cleared?” OR “I went to trial and was found Not Guilty.  Is my record automatically cleared?”  The answer to both questions is a resounding NO.  Even if your case was dismissed, or you were found Not Guilty at trial, your arrest will remain on your record until you petition to have it Read More

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Juvenile Records are Not Automatically Expunged

February 24, 2013
Expungement | Juvenile Crimes

Most people are under the impression that juvenile records are automatically expunged upon reaching adulthood, but this is not the case.  While juvenile records are generally kept confidential, information about your juvenile record can be obtained by potential employers, landlords, and educational institutions.

To prevent your juvenile record from sabotaging your future, call XpungeChicago, A Division of the Law Offices of Matt Fakhoury, and begin the expungement process.

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The Expungement Process: It’s Quicker Than You Think!

February 17, 2013
Expungement

The process of getting a case expunged or sealed is not at lengthy as most people think.  The amount of time it takes to clear a criminal record depends on the jurisdiction in which the case occurred as well as other factors.

Do you plan on leaving your current employer soon?  Will you have to undergo a criminal background check at your new job? If so, there is no time Read More

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The Stupid Mistake: XpungeChicago.com Blog

February 4, 2013
Expungement | Records Sealing

Many clients contact our firm and the first thing they say is: “I made a stupid mistake when I was young that’s still affecting my life.”

The “stupid mistake” is usually in the form of a prior arrest that is inhibiting them from fulfilling their true potential.  A criminal record can prevent you from obtaining the job of your dreams or entering the graduate program needed to propel your career Read More

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