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EXPUNGEMENT AND SEALING OF YOUR CRIMINAL RECORD

Having a permanent criminal record can make it difficult to find a job, to secure housing, and to apply for professional licenses. Fortunately, Illinois has procedures in place which allow someone to put their past behind them. Sealing a criminal history does not erase your record from law enforcement but does shield it from the general public. Hiring a lawyer can help you to ensure that you handle the process quickly and efficiently.

EXPUNGEMENT VS. SEALING

There are two options for dealing with your criminal history. The first is to expunge your record and the second is to seal it. Expungement erases the arrest, charge, and conviction from your record which makes it as if the incident never occurred. Sealing a criminal history does not erase the record but it does make it more difficult to be found during a background check. Sealing a record also reduces the instances in which you must disclose your past when applying for jobs.
Sealed Records — Expungement in Chicago, IL
Illinois will grant an expungement in cases immediately if you were arrested but not charged or convicted. Certain cases may be eligible for a later expungement. Whether or not you are eligible to seal your record will depend on several specifics of your case; these include the type of offense, when you were convicted, and how long it has been since you completed your sentence. Hiring an attorney can help you to understand if you are eligible for an expungement, a sealing, and to complete the process of either.

CALL ME FOR FREE SO I CAN ASSESS YOUR ELIGIBILITY FOR THIS REMEDY

I am a Chicago attorney assisting those who wish to clear their criminal record. I will use your initial consultation to gain an understanding of your situation and to help you understand whether you are eligible to proceed. I will quickly file all necessary paperwork with the Court and will keep you up to date throughout the process. As a former prosecutor with twenty years of experience, I am familiar with our local legal system. Put your case in the hands of an experienced lawyer. Call my firm today.
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