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Once your record is expunged or sealed in Illinois, it is no longer visible to most employers or landlords. However, certain agencies such as law enforcement, the courts, and some licensing boards may still have access.
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After your petition is granted, the court issues an official expungement or sealing order. The Clerk of Court sends copies to the Illinois State Police (ISP), the arresting agency, and any other criminal justice agencies listed in the order. By law, these agencies must update or destroy their records within 60 days of receiving the court order.
The full process usually takes 4–8 months, depending on county workload and whether a hearing is needed. Once your order is final, most agencies complete their updates within 30–60 days, as required by law. Actual time may vary by county or agency backlog.
No. Traffic and DUI/DWI offenses are handled separately by the Illinois Secretary of State and are not eligible for expungement under Illinois criminal record laws. If you have a suspended or revoked driver’s license, contact the Secretary of State for information on license reinstatement or other record-specific remedies.
Yes, most employers cannot see sealed or expunged records. However, schools, healthcare facilities, and government agencies may still access them for background checks required by law.
Federal banking laws (FDIC Section 19) may still restrict employment for certain offenses even after expungement. You can, however, apply for an FDIC waiver in some situations.
In most cases, yes if your record has been expunged or sealed, you may answer “no” to questions about prior arrests or convictions. Exceptions apply for law enforcement, courts, and certain professional licenses.
For most purposes, no. When an Illinois record is expunged or sealed, agencies must respond to inquiries as if the record does not exist. However, courts and law enforcement may review sealed records if you face new charges.
Only in limited cases such as law enforcement employment, corrections work, or judicial positions where full disclosure is required by law.
In Illinois, your voting rights are not lost due to most criminal cases, even before expungement. Expungement may help remove related barriers, but it is not required to vote once released from incarceration.
Expungement in Illinois does not automatically erase federal immigration consequences. Immigration law is separate, and non-citizens should consult an immigration attorney for guidance.
Not always. Most Illinois counties handle petitions on paper, but the court may schedule a hearing if the State’s Attorney or law enforcement objects.
Typically, 4–8 months, depending on county workload and whether a hearing is needed. After the court grants your petition, agencies have up to 60 days to update their databases.
Your record is removed from public databases and sealed from view. You can legally state you have no criminal record in most situations.
Common reasons include:
If denied, you may have options to reapply later or correct paperwork errors. While Clean Slate Docs cannot guarantee approval, we ensure every petition is prepared accurately to give you the best chance of success.
If denial occurs due to an administrative error on our part, we will correct and refile at no additional cost.
Not necessarily. Eligibility depends on the offense type and final disposition not the plea itself. Many dismissed or completed supervision cases qualify for expungement, while some convictions may be eligible for sealing.
You can request a copy of your Illinois criminal history from the Illinois State Police (ISP) or your county clerk. We can guide you on which documents you’ll need for your petition.
Yes, Illinois law allows multiple eligible cases to be expunged or sealed together. At Clean Slate Docs, we handle one case per petition to ensure accuracy and compliance.
