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Why Should You Have Your IL Criminal Record Sealed?

Having your criminal record sealed in Illinois greatly benefits those with a criminal history. While not every conviction can be sealed or expunged, those eligible to have their criminal records sealed can get a boost from going through the process and getting it done.

What is criminal record sealing, how is it different from expungement, who qualifies, and how can it benefit you? Read on to find out the answers to these questions!

What Is Criminal Record Sealing in Illinois?[...]

Did You Know You’re Paying Not to Seal Your Illinois Criminal Record?

You’ve served your time and paid off fines for your crimes. Everything should go back to normal, right?

Not so much.

Even if you are only arrested, or if you are charged but acquitted on those charges, it creates a criminal record. A record that will follow you if you don’t take action.

Having a conviction on your record is especially hard because state and federal laws automatically ban you from holding certain positions, getting certain jobs, and even exercising [...]

IL Criminal Record Hurting Your Kid’s College Chances? Do Something

Everyone makes mistakes – especially kids and teens. Unfortunately, if those mistakes involved law enforcement, the record of these mistakes can follow them for years after they have served their sentence.

 

A college degree can turn your child’s life around and put them on a path to success. Criminal records, however, can prevent your child from getting that degree.

 

Colleges began asking applicants about their criminal history just over 10 years ago. Now, up to 80% of private [...]

Why You Should Get Your Illinois Criminal Record Sealed or Expunged

There are many reasons why you should get your Illinois criminal record sealed or expunged, even for misdemeanor convictions. In this post, we’ll detail why this will benefit you and how a knowledgeable attorney can help.

 

Benefits to Sealing or Expunging Criminal Records in Illinois

 

You may not think that a prior misdemeanor conviction will have much impact on your life. Also, you may not know if record sealing will make a difference – but it really does.[...]

How a Criminal Record Can Affect Your Life

Being arrested for your alleged involvement in a crime can be an upsetting experience in itself. Even if you manage to get the charges dropped or the case dismissed, you still have to go through lengthy, and often emotionally taxing legal procedures. And if you are unfortunate enough to be convicted of a crime, there may be prison sentences, jail time, or hefty fines to deal with.

 

Sadly, these consequences are just the beginning of how an arrest, charge, [...]

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What is Unlawful Possession of a Weapon in Chicago?

Unlawful Possession of a Weapon | Weapons Charges

Unlawful possession of a weapon in Chicago refers to the illegal carrying, owning, or controlling of a firearm or other prohibited weapon in violation of state or local laws. In a city with strict gun control measures, this offense is taken seriously to curb violence and ensure public safety. If you have been charged with unlawful possession, you should always call a dedicated criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible.

Unlawful possession can include scenarios such as carrying a firearm [...]

The Hidden Costs of a Criminal Conviction Beyond Court Fees

Criminal Defense

A criminal conviction isn’t just a verdict – it’s a turning point that reshapes lives in ways most people never expect. It doesn’t matter if it’s a minor offense or a serious charge—the ripple effects can reach places you wouldn’t think of: your career, your family, and your mental health.

It’s not the courtroom fees or fines that hurt the most; it’s the unspoken barriers and stigma that follow. But you’re not alone in this. You have the chance to [...]