Comments on: Illinois Governor Grants Relief to 147

By: Mathew Higbee, Esq

Mathew Higbee, Esq — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 16:03:08 +0000

There are several differences between a pardon and an expungement. Keep in mind that each have a different meaning in each state. In general, an expungement comes from the court. A pardon comes from the governor or executive level. A pardon says you are forgiven by the state. An expungement says your record does not exist and did not happen (for most or all purposes).

By: delroy

delroy — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 15:11:00 +0000

What is the difference between a pardon and an expungement?

By: Mathew Higbee, Esq

Mathew Higbee, Esq — Fri, 21 May 2010 23:37:22 +0000

I agree. In what state is your record? You can see an list of recommended attorneys at http://www.recordclearing.org/states/recommended-attorneys/

By: Errick

Errick — Fri, 21 May 2010 22:28:18 +0000

I am trying to find out how to go about getting my criminal record expunged. I think if someone commits a crime,pays their debt, acquires some skills while incarcerated and is actively seeking gainful employment their records should be expunged.