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 [...]
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 [...]
What Crimes Can Be Expunged in Illinois?
Not all crimes qualify for expungement in Illinois – in fact, there are some things that have to stay on your criminal record forever. However, in some cases, offenses that [...]
Can You Own a Gun if You Expunge Your Record in Illinois?
If you're like many people, you've been thinking a lot about self-defense lately - but can you own a gun if you expunge your record in Illinois? Here's what you [...]
