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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 order and sends it to the Illinois State Police (ISP) and other agencies. They are required by law to update or destroy records within 60 days of receiving the order.
The court process itself may take a few months, depending on the county and whether there are objections. Once the order is final, most agencies complete updates within 30–60 days.
No. Traffic and DUI/DWI offenses are generally handled separately by the Secretary of State and are not eligible for expungement under Illinois criminal record laws.
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.
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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.
Both guilty and no-contest pleas are considered convictions, but they may still be eligible for sealing depending on the offense. 👉Take our free online eligibility test to see if your Ohio case qualifies.
To file your Ohio record sealing petition, you will need copies of your case documents, such as certified conviction or dismissal records and any relevant court dockets. Clean Slate Docs can help you organize and prepare these documents for filing, but it is your responsibility to provide the accurate records. We cannot independently obtain or verify your criminal history.
A pardon does not automatically seal records. Courts weigh your interest in sealing against the public interest before approving the petition.
Ohio law allows multiple eligible convictions to be sealed together, subject to limitations for violent crimes, sex offenses, and DUI/OVI. However, Clean Slate Docs processes one case at a time, ensuring each petition is prepared accurately and in full compliance with Ohio filing requirements.
