Handing Expungement Challenges on Your Behalf
Although you are innocent until proven guilty, the public will often judge one unfairly because of a mere accusation or arrest, even if no charges are filed or the case is dismissed. Expunging a criminal record in Illinois can be a challenging process. An experienced and knowledgeable attorney can explain the process and help you determine whether your record can be expunged. At Borsberry Law Offices, P.C. in Peoria, Illinois, we welcome the chance to help someone expunge or seal their record, and understand that an expungement can mean the difference between a challenging life and a promising future.
There are times when expungements are granted based on certain conditions. Having criminal defense attorney Joseph M. Borsberry at your side already gives you a significant advantage in expunging or sealing your record. Contact us at 309-740-7246.
It is Possible to Have Your Record Expunged in Certain Cases
Under Illinois law, for persons with no convictions on their record, arrests and charges that did not lead to a conviction can often be expunged. Being sentenced to court supervision is not a conviction per se. Therefore, if you complete the terms of your court supervision, you may want to consider expungement. You do not want those black marks on your criminal record if you are applying for school or a job. You can have them removed and get a fresh start.
Exploring the Option of Sealing Your Records
Sealing records is sometimes an alternative if we cannot secure an expungement. If your records are sealed, law enforcement and the courts have access to the information, but the general public cannot see it in a background check.
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For more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced lawyer regarding an expungement of your record, please contact us.
