Expert guidance for expunging arrests, sealing convictions, and understanding Illinois's expungement laws.
In Illinois, the process is called “expungement”. As a Clean Slate state, some records may be automatically cleared.
The criminal justice system creates millions of records every year. Arrests that never led to charges. Cases that were dismissed. Old convictions that happened decades ago.
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Expungement & Sealing available for eligible offenses
Eviction sealing not currently available in this state
Dispute errors and remove inaccurate information from credit reports
20 ILCS 2630/5.2Criminal Identification Act - Expungement and Sealing
20 ILCS 2630/12Effect of Expungement/Sealing
Choose a record type above to learn about eligibility requirements and the step-by-step process.
Start with Criminal RecordsDisclaimer: This guide provides general information about Illinois expungement law and is not legal advice. Laws change, and every case is different. For advice about your specific situation, please consult with a qualified attorney or legal aid organization.