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How to Research Exupngement of Criminal Record in Illinois
Written by: Steven H. Fagan
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Posted about 3 years ago. Applies to Illinois, 0 helpful votes, 0 comments
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What to researchFor any and all arrests, not just the charges you wish to seal or expunge you will need: a) The case number, county and courthouse or branch court number; b) The charges you were found guilty of as well as the original charges (or charges where you were found not guilty or case dismissed) c) The sentence (supervision, conditional discharge, probation, etc) you received; d) The date the sentence was terminated; e) The name of the arresting police department. f) Any and all other criminal arrests, including those that resulted in conviction, supervision or dismissal. 2
Where to researchIf your history is relatively simple, call or visit the clerk of court in the courthouse and county in Illinois where your case was heard. If your history is more complex, you can obtain a rap sheet. To obtain a rap sheet if you live in the city of Chicago, visit the Chicago Police Department at 3510 S. Michigan , Chicago, Illinois 60653 between 8am and Noon, Monday through Friday with $16 cash, a state Driver's License or State ID. Bring a pencil or pen, and plan on coming back the next day to pick up your record. To obtain a rap sheet if you live outside the city of Chicago, you'll need to visit a local police department for fingerprinting, send the fingerprint card off to the Chicago Police Department at the same address to the attention of the "Field Services Section - Unit 166". Also include a photocopy of your State ID or Driver's License, a money order made out to the "Department of Revenue" for $16, a brief letter asking for your "rap sheet", and a SASE. Additional ResourcesBelow are links to the Chicago Police Department information page on obtaining a rap sheet, and my website, where more information about the process of expungement can be found. Related Questions3 Attorney answers: 
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