If you’re like many people, you want to seal felony convictions on your criminal record so that most people won’t see them. The good news is that some Class 3 and Class 4 felonies can be sealed – even when you’re doing your own sealing petition through the Illinois court system. Related: DIY expungement: Sign up for exclusive access to forms, instructions and more What Felony Convictions Can Be Sealed in Illinois? If you weren’t [...]
If you have a criminal record that you're thinking about sealing, you probably want to know if it'll impact your job prospects in the future. So can jobs see sealed records in Illinois? Here's what you need to know about whether prospective employers will be able to see your private business. Can Jobs See Sealed Records in Illinois? In the state of Illinois, some jobs will be able to see your sealed records. Most can't, [...]
If you're like many people with a criminal history, you know that you may have the option to seal or expunge it. But why would a record be sealed? Here's what you need to know. Why Would a Record Be Sealed? Sealing is a public policy that helps people begin moving forward after being arrested, charged with a crime, or convicted of a crime. It also helps the state keep track of people's past histories, [...]
If you have a sealed criminal record, do you have to disclose it to anyone? Here's what you need to know. Do I Have to Disclose a Sealed Record? An employer can't ask you about arrests if you're employing for a job - but they can ask you if you have ever been convicted of a criminal offense. If your whole record has been sealed (or expunged), you are free to say no. However, if [...]
If you're like many people who are considering clearing a criminal record, you want to know whether your cases will ever show up on a background check. Here's what you need to know. Do Sealed Records Show Up on Background Checks? Sealed records may or may not show up on a background check - it depends on who's doing the checking. The general public won't be able to see your criminal record if it's sealed. [...]
Can a sealed record be used against you? If you're like many people who have criminal records, you know that you may be eligible for sealing or expungement... but you may not know what can happen with a sealed record or who can view it. Can a Sealed Record Be Used Against You? If your criminal record is sealed, most people won't have access to it. For example, a landlord who's doing a criminal background [...]
If you're like many people with a criminal record, you know there are some options available to you to clear it. Sealing is one of those options. But who can see a sealed record in Illinois? Here's what you need to know. Who Can See a Sealed Record in Illinois? Sealed records - unlike expunged records - are kept confidential... for the most part. Thee general public will not normally be able to see any [...]
If you're like many people, you're not too sure about the differences between sealing and expunging a criminal record. In some states, only one of these options exists - and in others, the two mean totally different things than what they mean in Illinois. So what is the difference between sealing and expunging a criminal record in Illinois? Here's what you need to know. What is the Difference Between Sealing and Expunging a Criminal Record [...]
What does it mean when a criminal record is sealed? For most people, it means a fresh start. Here's what you need to know. What Does it Mean When a Criminal Record is Sealed? When your criminal record is sealed, it's closed off from public view. That means most people won't be able to see it. The sealed items on your record won't come up in criminal background checks (for the most part). How is [...]
If you’re like most people, you want a fresh start – and for some people, that’s possible through criminal record expungement. But can cops see expunged records? Here’s what you need to know. Can Cops See Expunged Records? Cops can’t see expunged records in Illinois. That’s because expungement means that your records are destroyed or returned to you. There’s nothing for the police to see when your record is expunged. Criminal record sealing is a [...]