Making a mistake that leads to a criminal record can change the trajectory of your life. However, in Illinois, there’s a glimmer of hope. With the possibility of expunging or sealing your record, you might be able to leave the past behind and pave a smoother path forward. But what do you need to know about this process? Let’s uncover the key facts together.
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Most people believe that offenses such as driving without a valid license (625 ILCS 5/6-101) or driving on a suspended license (625 ILCS 5/6-303) are simple traffic violations that will not appear on a criminal background check. Unfortunately, however, the opposite is true: most traffic-related offenses are actually misdemeanors and far more serious than most presume.
Misdemeanor traffic citations are easily accessible to potential employers. If a job requires you to drive a vehicle as part of your employment, prior misdemeanor traffic offenses can prevent you from being hired. XpungeChicago, a division of the Law Offices of M. Fakhoury, can expunge or seal traffic-related misdemeanors from your criminal record. Visit us at XpungeChicago.com for a free consultation and confidential case review. 847-920-4540