Chicago, IL Expungement Lawyer

Dedicated Attorney for Record Sealing and Expungement in Chicago, Illinois

There’s no doubt that being arrested and charged for a criminal offense affects your credibility and has a major impact on all areas of your life. Regardless if the charges were dropped and you were released from jail, the fact remains that a public record of your criminal offense still exists, whereby potential employers can choose whether or not to hire you, or your current employer can choose to fire you. Why go through all that trouble when you can petition for expungement?

Through the expungement process, your criminal record is erased. If you were charged for a misdemeanor or felony, but not convicted of the crime, you may be eligible for expungement.

At the Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel LLC, Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney, we represent clients throughout the Chicago area and Cook County who are seeking to clear their criminal records through expungement.

To learn more about how we can help you obtain your entire arrest record and petition for getting it expunged or sealed, contact the Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel LLC, Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney to schedule a one-on-one, free initial consultation. Call 312-629-0669 to speak with an expungement attorney today.

What Can I Get Expunged?

If you were arrested for a crime, you should know that it will still appear on your criminal record, even if you were never convicted. By getting an expungement, you can get non-conviction sentences removed from your record, such as acquittals, qualifying forms of probation, or a dismissal of charges.

You may also have options to ease the burden of a conviction, even if you cannot get it expunged. By petitioning to have your criminal record sealed, you can hide it from the public, though it will still be accessible to law enforcement and government officials. Many misdemeanor convictions and even some felony convictions can be sealed from your record in Illinois, with exceptions made for convictions of violent crimes or DUI.

At the Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel LLC, Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney, we can go over your case to see if you have an avenue to have your record expunged or sealed.

Time Matters and You Can’t Afford to Wait

Due to sensitive time constraints to obtain an Expungement Order, it’s imperative that you speak to an experienced expungement attorney who can help you fill out the appropriate forms and follow the proper procedures.

Hal M. Garfinkel is a highly respected criminal defense attorney who can help you understand the expungement process. Even if you are not eligible for expungement, you still may be able to seal your criminal records, which would keep your arrest record out of public view.

How Can I File for Expungement in Chicago?

The expungement process begins by requesting copies of your criminal record from the Chicago Police Department and/or the Illinois State Police. This information should contain information about when and where you were arrested, and what crime(s) you were convicted of.

Your attorney can then file your petition for expungement in the county in which you were originally arrested. We can simplify this process for you by completing all of the required forms on your behalf.

The Illinois State Police may object to you filing for expungement. In this case, you may have to appear at a hearing to justify why your record should be expunged. Attorney Hal Garfinkel can make a case for your right to an expungement, advocating for your freedoms in front of a judge.

Contact a Cook County Expungement Attorney Today

Contact the Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel LLC, Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney to arrange a free initial consultation. You have a right to move on with your life without your past mistakes affecting your future. Call 312-629-0669 or contact us online to set up an appointment with our Chicago, Illinois expungement lawyer.