Archives for: May 19th, 2021

How Long Do I Have to Wait to Seal My Criminal Record in Illinois?

May 19, 2021
Criminal Records | Uncategorized

If you’re like many people, you’re entitled to a fresh start through criminal record sealing. But how long do you have to wait to seal your criminal record in Illinois? This guide explains.

How Long Do I Have to Wait to Seal My Criminal Record in Illinois?

You can’t just walk into the courthouse and tell someone there to seal your record – you have to go through a very Read More

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Can You Seal an Arson Charge on Your Criminal Record?

April 27, 2021
Sealing

If you’ve been convicted of arson – or any other crime, for that matter – you most likely don’t want your past hanging over your head. Having a criminal record is tough, and it disrupts your life; it can prevent you from doing the things you want to do, including getting a job, finding a place to live, and even getting credit.

The good news is that you may be Read More

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Expunging Your Record? Here’s What to Look For

April 20, 2021
Arrests | Expungement | Sealing

If you’re expunging your criminal record in Illinois, you must first make sure you’re eligible. So what do you look for on your record to determine whether you’re eligible for criminal record clearing?

Here’s what you need to know.

Expunging Your Record? Here’s What to Look For

When you talk to a Chicago expungement attorney about clearing your criminal record, you’ll need a complete copy of your record. If you Read More

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Does Your Criminal Record Clear After 7 Years?

April 7, 2021
Arrests | Background Checks | Convictions | Criminal Records | Expungement | Sealing

If you’re like many people, you’ve heard the popular myth that your criminal record clears after seven years.

But it’s just that: A myth.

Does Your Criminal Record Clear After 7 Years?

When you have a criminal record, it lasts forever unless you take action and work through official channels to clear it. There’s no seven-year “dropoff” period in which a criminal record is erased.

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How to Seal Your Criminal Record in Chicago

February 10, 2021
Sealing

If you’re like many people, you want to know how to seal your criminal record in Chicago – but you aren’t quite sure where to start. For many people, the best solution is to work with a Chicago criminal record sealing attorney.

How to Seal Your Criminal Record in Chicago

The first step in sealing a criminal record is to get a copy of your entire criminal history. You need Read More

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Expungement in Illinois: Everything You Need to Know to Clear Your Criminal Record

January 21, 2021
Expungement

Expungement, in Illinois, is a process that can get you your life back. It can clear away your old criminal record and give you the fresh start you deserve. If your record is expunged, you don’t have to tell anyone that you were ever involved in the criminal justice system – and your past won’t come back to haunt you on background checks.

Nobody will know that you ever had Read More

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What Felonies Can Be Sealed in Illinois?

December 30, 2020
Sealing

What felonies can be sealed in Illinois? If you’re like most people, you’ve wondered the same thing – and although you know you’re not eligible for expungement, you could still be eligible for criminal record sealing.

Sealing means your record is hidden from the general public. If your record is sealed, it’ll still be available to law enforcement and people working in the court system, and it’ll be available to Read More

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What Criminal Records Can You Seal Immediately in Illinois?

November 25, 2020
Sealing

There are some criminal records you can seal immediately in Illinois – you don’t have to wait until a waiting period expires. Here’s what you need to know about which criminal records you can seal immediately.

Related: How long do I have to wait to seal criminal records in Illinois?

What Criminal Records Can You Seal Immediately in Illinois?

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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. Read More

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