Category: Records Sealing

What Are the Abbreviations on an Illinois RAP Sheet?

June 24, 2021
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If you’re like many people in the process of expunging or sealing your criminal record, or if you’re simply looking at a copy of your own arrest record, you’re probably wondering what all the abbreviations and acronyms mean. This guide explains the abbreviations on an Illinois RAP sheet so you know what you’re dealing with.

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Can an Employer Ask Me About My Criminal Record in Illinois?

June 17, 2021
Arrests | Sealing | Criminal Records | Employment | Records Sealing | Xpunge Chicago

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you have a criminal record, you know that it can prevent you from getting the job you want, finding a decent place to live, or even taking out a loan – but are employers actually allowed to ask you about your record? Here’s what you need to know.

Can an Employer Ask Me About My
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What Class 4 Felonies Can You Seal in Illinois?

June 3, 2021
Arrests | Sealing | Criminal Records | Drug Crimes | Felonies | Records Sealing | Theft Crimes

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 you to seal some Class 4 felonies. Although sealing is different from expungement, it has almost the same effect: Your criminal record will no longer be available to the general public, and it won’t come up in standard criminal background

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Is it Better to Seal or Expunge Arrest Records in Illinois?

May 5, 2021
Arrests | Sealing | Criminal Records | Records Sealing

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 guilty of the crime, you’re eligible to do either, so this guide can help you decide what’s best for you.

Is it Better to Seal or Expunge Arrest Records in Illinois?

Sealing and expungement are similar, but they’re not exactly

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Legal Tip of the Day (VIDEO): The Difference Between Expunging and Sealing Your Criminal Record in Illinois

March 24, 2021
Videos | Expungement | Records Sealing | Xpunge Chicago

Legal Tip of the Day: The Difference Between Expunging and Sealing Your Criminal Record in Illinois

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My name is Matt Fakhoury with XpungeChicago.com, and here’s your Legal Tip of the Day from XpungeChicago.

Today’s Tip of the Day is about the difference between expunging versus sealing your record. An expungement is basically a deletion or erasing your record. A sealing means to cover or hide your record from the

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When is Your Criminal Record Created in Illinois?

November 4, 2020
Arrests | Sealing | Background Checks | Battery | Convictions | Criminal Records | Records Sealing

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 what goes on it?

Here’s what you need to know.

When is Your Criminal Record Created in Illinois?

Your criminal record starts the minute you’re arrested or charged with an offense. Even if you’re released without being charged, or even

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Can Police See Expunged Records?

July 22, 2020
Background Checks | Expungement | Records Sealing

Can police see expunged records? Can police see sealed records? If you’re like many people who are considering clearing a criminal record, you need to know who will be able to see past arrests, charges and convictions.

This guide explains whether police can see expunged records (or sealed records) so you know what steps to take to secure your future.

Can Police See Expunged Records?

Police cannot see expunged records.

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Is It Better to Expunge or Seal Your Record?

June 24, 2020
Sealing | Expungement | Records Sealing

Is it better to expunge or seal your record? If you’re like many people who are eligible for criminal record clearing, you’ve asked that question – but the answer really depends on your goal.

Here’s what you need to know to make the right choice for your future.

Is It Better to Expunge or Seal Your Record?

There’s a major difference between expunging a record and sealing a record: With

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What Crimes Can Be Expunged in Illinois?

June 10, 2020
Expungement | Felonies | Misdemeanors | Records Sealing

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 don’t qualify for expungement still qualify for sealing. But what crimes can be expunged in Illinois? Here’s what you need to know.

What Crimes Can Be Expunged in Illinois?

The list of crimes that can be expunged in Illinois is

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