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. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
If you’re like many people, you want to know if you can file an expungement yourself in Illinois. An expungement clears your criminal record so it’s like nothing ever happened – nothing will show up in a background check, no matter who’s looking. So can you file an expungement yourself? Yes, in most cases, you can. Here’s what you need to know. Can I File an Expungement Myself? In Illinois, you don’t need an [...]
How can I get my record expunged for free? It’s a common question – and it’s one that we have an answer for. How Can I Get My Record Expunged for Free? In Illinois, some people are eligible for free criminal record expungement. If you want to expunge your record without cost, you have to meet certain criteria – and you have to do the work yourself. If you meet those criteria, you can [...]
If you’re like many people in and around Chicago, you have a criminal record that’s hanging over your head. Maybe it’s prevented you from getting a job, stopped a landlord from renting you a place to live, or even made a lender turn you down for credit. But you’re not the same person you used to be – even though everyone seems to be holding your criminal record against you. We think you deserve [...]