Archives for: December 20th, 2023

Life After Expungement: Disclosing Your Past After Your Record is Cleared

December 20, 2023
Background Checks | Expungement

The successful expungement of your criminal record marks the beginning of a new chapter in your life. With your record cleared, you can look forward to opportunities that were once out of reach due to past mistakes. However, understanding how and when to disclose your past, if at all, is an important aspect of navigating life post-expungement. This guide provides insights into managing your history following an expungement in Illinois. Read More

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Do Arrests Show Up on Background Checks?

August 30, 2023
Arrests | Background Checks | Criminal Records | Expungement | Records Sealing | Sealing

If you’ve ever been arrested in Illinois, you might be wondering, “Do arrests show up on background checks?” You’re not alone – it’s a common question, especially for those who are trying to seal or expunge their criminal record. This guide provides valuable insights that can help you understand the implications of past arrests on your background checks.

Do Arrests Show Up on Background Checks in Illinois?

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What Kind of Information Turns Up on a Criminal Background Check?

January 11, 2023
Background Checks

A background check is a way to search someone’s personal background information. It can include things like criminal records, addresses, education and more. Depending on who’s doing the checking, the type of information varies greatly. This guide explains what comes up on criminal background checks – and what you can do if you have a criminal record you don’t want anyone to see.

Individual Background Checks

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Why Do Employers Run Background Checks on Workers?

December 28, 2022
Background Checks | Employment

If you’re applying for a job that requires you to pass a background check, you may be sweating about what your prospective employer will see on your record. This guide explains:

  1. What is a background check and why do employers run them
  2. Types of information included in a background check
  3. How employers use the information from a background check
  4. Can you clear your criminal record so an employer won’t find
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Why Do Landlords Run Background Checks, and What Will They See On Yours?

December 21, 2022
Background Checks | Criminal Records | Expungement | Landlords | Records Sealing | Sealing

If you’re like many people, you know that when you apply for a new place to live, the landlord is probably going to run a background check on you. But if they do that, will they be able to see old arrests, charges and convictions? What else will they see? This guide explains the following:

  1. What is a background check, and why do landlords run them on prospective tenants?
  2. What
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How Soon Should You Clear Your Criminal Record Before You Look for a Job?

November 23, 2022
Criminal Records | Expungement | Records Sealing | Sealing

It’s no secret that many employers running criminal background checks on the people they’re considering hiring. In fact, it’s generally considered good business to find out as much as you can about a person before you make a hiring decision. But for some prospective employees, that’s bad news. If you have a criminal record, you may not want employers digging into your past; you’re trying to get a fresh start, Read More

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Do Expunged Records Show Up on a Fingerprint Background Check?

March 9, 2022
Background Checks | Criminal Records | Expungement | FBI | Sealing

Curious about expunged records, sealed records, and fingerprint background checks? Discover whether expunged records can still surface during a fingerprint background check process, even with the FBI. Get clarity on this important topic now.

Do Expunged Records Show Up on a Fingerprint Background Check?

In understanding the intricacies of background checks, it’s essential to delve into whether expunged records affect the outcomes of fingerprint background checks.

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Will a Domestic Violence Conviction Show Up on a Background Check?

January 26, 2022
Background Checks | Criminal Records | Domestic Violence | Records Sealing

If you’re like many people with a criminal record, you want to know what will show up if someone – like a landlord, an employer, your school or even a creditor – does a background check on you. But let’s get specific: Will a domestic violence conviction show up on a background check? This guide explains.

Will a Domestic Violence Conviction Show Up on a Background Check?

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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?

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