A criminal charge was filed against me 3 years ago. I was never never notified so I didn't know about it and due to not showing up for the court date, a warrant for my arrest was issued. I then got arrested when I traveled out of the country and re-entered the country. While I was in jail...
In 2014 I was convicted of a MISC 4 class C felony for possession of heroin. I've been told that after 10 years I can appeal to have my 2nd amendment rights reinstated. Is this true? I can't seem to find a solid answer online. It was my first and only criminal charge. This might not matter- but...
In 1995 i was 20 years old. I was arrested with a handgun. I didn't have a FOID card. I plead guilty and received IPS (probation) for a year which i completed. I haven't had any other criminal arrests or convictions since.
Is it possible (and likely) to get this removed from my record? If so...
In 2017 I discovered that my record hasn't been expunged by the judge that used to be assistant prosecutor 4 Saint Francis County. I was going to file a motion for a rule 51.05 using the fact that the judge (name redacted by mod) if had tried to prosecute me for three life sentences to assault...
I was convicted of 2 charges back around the years of 2007 and 2010, fraudulent activity - use of credit card. I never went ahead to create fake accounts or anything of the sort. It was just use of credit card to purchase items. Growing up I never had a criminal record, nor was one to get...
Having a criminal record can affect your ability to be hired for certain jobs or obtain a promotion for a job you already hold. You may not qualify for a loan or clear a background check when you apply to rent or lease an apartments. Many people also want to have their criminal record expunged...
This article will answer frequent questions about criminal charges for shoplifting, petty theft and retail/return fraud.
What is the difference between shoplifting and fraud?
Shoplifting is the theft of merchandise from a store or retail establishment. Return fraud typically involves either (a)...
This article will explain the process of what criminal charges are, how they are filed and how to remove them.
What is an Arrest?
If a person is reasonably suspected of committing a crime, he or she may be arrested by a police officer. A crime can be of a minor (misdemeanor) or serious (felony)...
In the United states, there are two types of laws which address how criminal records, sealings and other types of relief to clear a record may be accomplished. Many states have laws that govern whether and how criminal records may be cleared and removed under state law.
Explanation of state...