Expungement & Record Sealing

Any arrest, regardless of whether it is a misdemeanor or felony offense, can have a negative effect on your life for years to come. That single incident can deter your ability to find employment, enroll in school, and can impact other activities that require a criminal background check. However, with the help of an experienced […]

The Illinois Criminal Identification Act (ICIA) governs numerous components of the state’s criminal system, including regulations about expungement of a person’s criminal record, and in recent months, it has undergone a major change. Since the law’s official modifications went into effect on January 1, 2017, some ex-convicts in Illinois have seen their lives change for

When you are arrested and charged with a crime, your arrest will remain on your permanent record, even if the charges against you are dismissed. Criminal background checks are often part of the application process when you are looking for a job, a loan, or even admission to certain educational programs. If you have even

Understanding the Difference Between Record Sealing and Expungement Being convicted of a crime can severely limit one’s housing and employment opportunities. Sealing or expunging your record can often mitigate such issues. However, it is important to understand the difference between the two before filing a motion. An experienced expungement and record sealing lawyer can provide