Criminal Convictions, Explained
Understanding what counts as a criminal conviction is essential if you want to clear your record. Knowing your options for expungement or sealing can help you move forward without past [...]
Can a Criminal Record Stop You From Getting a Job?
Are you worried that your past is holding you back? Having a criminal record can seem like an insurmountable barrier, especially when you're searching for employment. But the good news [...]
Do Felonies Go Away After 7 Years in Illinois?
If you're like many people, you've heard the common myth that felonies fall off your criminal record after seven years. It’s not true, which this guide explains. Do Felonies Go [...]
Can You Remove a Felony From Your Record in Illinois?
If you have a felony on your criminal record, you probably don't want it following you around for the rest of your life - but is it possible to clear [...]
Can Violent Crimes Be Sealed in Illinois?
In the state of Illinois, there are some crimes that must remain on your criminal record forever. But what about violent crimes? Can they be sealed? This guide explains. Can [...]
Can a Felon With a Sealed Record Own a Gun?
Is it possible for a felon with a sealed criminal record to own a gun in the state of Illinois? This guide explains. Can a Felon With a Sealed Record [...]
Does a Forcible Felony Stay on Your Record in Illinois?
In the state of Illinois, some felony crimes are considered “forcible felonies.” These crimes, like most other convictions, cannot be expunged from your criminal record. Many of them cannot be [...]
Will a Drunk Driving Conviction Show Up On a Background Check?
If you’ve ever been convicted of drunk driving – or, for that matter, if you’ve ever been arrested for drunk driving (even if you weren’t convicted) – it’ll show up [...]
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 [...]
What Felonies Can Be Sealed in Illinois?
What felonies can be sealed in Illinois? If you're like most people, you've wondered the same thing - and although you know you're not eligible for expungement, you could still [...]
