Legal Question in Criminal Law in Illinois
No Conviction but Set up from the word GO!
One night of carelessness has haunted me for over 7 years. Charged with obstruction and assault, my lawyer conviced me to plead guilty to the assault so that the other charge would be dropped. I was guilty of neither but I understand that's how the system works. Currently a student, I need to get this off my record as I am interviewing for jobs. Can I do this myself, or is it going to cost me again! When I don't get a position, I fear that my record has something to do with it. Please help.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: No Conviction but Set up from the word GO!
It really depends upon the order that was entered when you entered your guilty plea. If a conviction was entered, then there is little recourse short of a pardon from the governor. If you were granted court supervision you may be eligible to have your record expunged and sealed. This requires filing a petition with the court of the county in which the offense took place. Most counties have a form for the filing of this petition, but my experience shows the form is sometimes inadequate for a specific case. As this situation troubles you, it would be worth your time to consult with counsel in order to assure that you are eligible and that the petition is filed properly.
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