One can remove an ordinance violation from one's record as long as the person qualifies. For an expungement, there must be no conviction in IL or...

I am a sex offender I Illinois I completed probation and counseling successfully is there any way that I can be expunged?

Only sealing of records (not expungement) is available upon a conviction, but with that said, sex crimes themselves are not sealable, so this is...

How can one obtain DUI records in Cook County, IL?

If you know the person's name, DOB, and other identifying information, you can go to the Cook Co. Clerk's Office and use their public access...

Me and a friend got caught stealing at walmart and issued a city ticket we are both over 18, they want us to appear in court.

An officer isn't an attorney, let alone someone who would be concerned with your best interest. The consequence of a conviction is great,...

Civil Demand Letter From Palmer Law Offices Do I have to Pay It?

At this point, no lawsuit has been filed against you and you have no obligation to respond to these letters. It's when you actually have a civil...

I am looking to expunge an arrest from 1999, i live in Mexico, and the arrest was in Illinois , USA Been over 10 years

If you have no convictions in any jurisdiction, not just IL, then you might be able to expunge your arrest, depending upon what the arrest was for....

I pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor

Assuming you have no other convictions and this is a misdemeanor that qualifies for expungement, however, there is a waiting period (2 or 5 years...

First Offender program? Have you ever been convicted of a criminal Charge?

Probation is considered a conviction in Illinois. Convictions are not expungeable. You might be able to seal this conviction depending upon the...

What happends if i fail my first drug test on probation.

The worst case scenario is that the judge revokes your probation and you go to jail. Bottom line question that only you can answer: is being in...

I got my first-ever retail theft ticket in Lake County. What's my best option to get ride of this record?

You are correct in that this can negatively impact your future employment and your choices should focus on that reality. Since you are a...