How do you begin the expungement or sealing process?
Obtain your entire criminal background: If you have ever been arrested, you have a record. Even if an arrest did not result in a conviction, you still have an arrest [...]
What information do you need to begin the process?
Information that you can provide that would help us expedite the process would be: Date of the arrest(s) Law enforcement agency that arrested you Charges Disposition (outcome) of each case [...]
Were you found guilty of a misdemeanor and placed on conditional discharge, sentenced to probation or jail time?
Oftentimes, these cases cannot be expunged, but you may qualify for sealing under certain conditions. Contact Xpunge Chicago today to determine your options.
Were you found guilty and placed on court supervision for a misdemeanor offense?
Most of these cases may be expunged, but only after meeting certain conditions imposed by the court. You must have: Successfully completed the term of court supervision; Not have been [...]
Were the charges dismissed or dropped before going to trial?
Yes, these arrests are eligible for expungement.
Were you charged with a misdemeanor or felony crime, went to trial, and found not guilty?
Yes, these charges are eligible for expungement.
What happens after a case is expunged or sealed?
When a judge signs an order to expunge or seal a record, the Clerk of the Circuit Court removes all related records from the system, including those accessible to the [...]
Do I need to submit to a drug test?
Only if you are looking to expunge a case which resulted in a sentence of qualified probation or to seal a conviction for a drug offense. In this case, your [...]
Do I have to tell employers, landlord, financial institution or school about my expunged or sealed record?
Employers (except for specific government roles such as police or state attorneys) cannot legally ask if you have expunged your criminal record. Once your record is expunged or sealed, neither [...]
If an objection to the petition to expunge/seal is filed, what happens then?
The Illinois State Police and/or arresting agency of the case may oppose your request if you don’t qualify for expungement or sealing under Illinois law. The State’s Attorney could also [...]
