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If you’re applying for a job and worried your court record might pop up, you’re not alone. Many people ask the same question: Can employers legally search court records online? The short answer is yes. But there’s a catch. Employers have rules they have to follow. And you have rights

You’ve probably heard the words “sealed” and “expunged” thrown around like they’re the same thing. They’re not. And if you’re trying to clear up your past, knowing the difference matters. Let’s break it down in plain language. Dig Deeper: How to Remove Court Records from Google Search What Is Record Sealing?

You went through the process. You got your record expunged. You thought it was gone. But then a job offer stalls. Or a landlord says no. You run a background check on yourself and boom. The arrest or case is still there. So what’s going on? Do background check companies

Your mugshot is on the internet. Your name is in the headline. You were arrested, but maybe never charged or later cleared. Still, that story lives on. Can you sue the news site that posted it? Sometimes. But it’s not easy. Here’s what you need to know. Dig Deeper: How to

A sealed court record sounds private. But is it really? Not always. If a record is sealed, that means the court has restricted public access. But some people and groups can still see it. Here’s who gets a peek, and how to protect your privacy anyway. Dig Deeper: How to Remove

You went through the process. Filed the paperwork. Got your court record expunged. So why is it still showing up online? Short answer: the internet moves faster than the courts. And most websites don’t clean up on their own. Here’s what’s going on, and what you can do about it.

A court record online can wreck your reputation. It doesn’t matter if you were never convicted or the case was dropped. If it shows up in Google, people will see it and judge. The big question is—do you need to get your record expunged to make it disappear from the

“Use short sentences and common language written at a 9th grade reading level.” If your case was dismissed, you don’t need a fancy legal team to clear your name online. You just need the right documents and a solid plan. Dig Deeper: How to Remove Court Records from Google Search Why

Old court records can still pop up online long after the case is closed. Even if the charges were dropped or dismissed, your name might still be listed on search engines, people search sites, or background check reports. Old court records can still haunt you when they show up in

Not all court record cleanups are created equal. If you’re trying to fix your online image, the words expunged and sealed might sound the same. But the way they show up—or don’t show up—online can be very different. Here’s what you need to know to protect your reputation and keep