What charges show up on a criminal background check done by future employers?
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What charges show up on a criminal background check done by future employers?
I was charged with a theft disorderly persons. Can I get this expunged?
Asked on January 28, 2011 under Criminal Law, New Jersey
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Background checks show all arrests and convictions, except possibly if they were done as a minor. If you were arrested and charged as a juvenile theoretically states should expunge or seal the record (New York does not expunge) when you turn 18. I say theoretically because sometimes things fall through the cracks. You really need to have someone look at the actual disposition of the offence that you were charged with: level and degree - in order to get an idea if it may be expunged. Felonies are tougher than misdemeanors and degree and types count. Some states do not allow it if convicted some do. It really depends on a lot of factors. Good luck.
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