does your criminal record clear up? if so how long does it take?
411791
It depends.\n\nIf crimes were committed before the person turned 18 years old, the record could be expunged when the person reaches his/her majority.  This is very common for misdemeanors, and a little less common for felonies.  It depends to some great degree to whether the person was tried as a minor or not.  (In other words, if the person was 17 but was tried as an adult, then the record may not be expunged.)\n\nAnother possibility for a minor is that his/her record could be permanently sealed when she/he turns 18.  This means that the incidents are still recorded, but no one other than the government has access to it (e.g. not employers).\n\nTo the best of my knowledge, criminal records/events after age 18 do not leave your criminal record, although many states have a petition process to have the incident expunged (regardless of your age) if you can demonstrate mitigating reasons (e.g. how long ago the crime was, how minor it was, how you've improved, etc.).\n\nFYI, below is some information on record expungement according to the State of Utah.  It could be that it's similar from state to state.
846077
No it will not effect your application at all ! You in fact have not been given a criminal conviction for the offence you committed when younger , You have basically  been told off and sent on your way home , never to offend again ! \nYou would be surprised to know that there are many many police officer`s who have had a criminal conviction and are serving officers in the police force today ! However the conviction`s are only very minor , so don`t worry there is no murderer`s / burglar`s etc amongst them ! But did you know certain criminal activities by any other family member`s can stop you from getting into the police force ? Log on to police could you .com for more info  .............. Good Luck
259130
If you are truly going into the criminal justice field  I can tell you from experience that it does take time.  They have to weed out people as well as do thorough background checks which takes some time.\n\nBe patient and it will come.  In the mean time you can continue to look for employment in the field you chose and continue to interview.\n\nGood luck!!
894785
Nothing gets automatically deleted from your record over time, not even misdemeanors. You need to apply to have your record expunged, or if juvenile cases, to have the juvenile records sealed. The fact that a person does not have any other criminal history will increase the likelihood of the court expunging the record.
373567
You will have an arrest on your record showing the charge.  It will also show the case disposition (dismissed,acquitted,etc.).  The length of time it stays on your record varies by state.  You may be able to have your arrest record expunged or set aside.  Contact an attorney for more information.
331208
Surely it depends on the nature of the crime committed.  All employers have a right to know if you have a criminal record, and I think it is perfectly acceptable not to hire someone for that reason.\n\nUnfortunately if you have been convicted of a crime, you have to face the consequences and take whatever work you can find.  If you manage to remain in employment for a decent amount of time, work hard, get good references, then you can perhaps apply for something else.  You need to start at the bottom and work your way up.
38193
I once applied to work at the FBI and it took about 3 months to repond to my application and resume, then about 6 months to complete a background check.  So I'm sure yours could take a long time too!
451448
Federal law allows persons convicted of felonies in a federal United States district court to apply to have their record expunged after a certain period of time with a clean record. However, the U.S. Congress has refused to fund the federal agency mandated with handling the applications of convicted felons to have their record expunged. This means that, in practice, federal felons cannot have their records expunged. \n\nYou may also check with your local State laws.\n\nGood Luck!!!
1093378
All criminal convictions last forever.\n\nSome states have provisions for expungement while others do not.  Even those that do only expunge a very few convictions, and rarely a felony.\n\nCA does have expungement procedures.  The rules are complex; you need an attorney to sort this out for you.
670145
depends on the crimes. misdemeanor or felony. even though the "system" says misdemeanors are dropped after a time period, they still stay on record. my DUI in the 70's is still on record. felonys are like diamonds, they are forever and now a-days almost anyone can access that info.
404214
It really depend on your prior score.  If no priors, it should be 0-12 months.  Most likely will be served as probation unless you have prior convictions.
896119
The fact that you were honest with them and told them about it before they found out about it for themselves will possibly help you out. One of the big things when applying to, or even working at, a police department is honesty. They know that people screw up. It's in our nature, nobody is perfect. But if you can accept your screw ups as what they are, admit that you screwed up, and make every effort to ensure that it never happens again, then a lot of screw ups can be overcome. However, if you lie about it, deny it, make excuses, etc., then that shows that you obviously have not learned from your screw up, and it is likely to happen again. It also shows a lack of maturity, a lack of integrity, and a lack of responsibility, all of which are vital to being an effective police officer.\n\nHaving said that, though, I have to tell you that there is still a possibility that they will not hire you right now. If you used marijuana just four weeks ago, they may view that as too recent. They may tell you to come reapply in six months or a year, and if you have stayed clean, then it will not be an issue, because you haven't used again. The time period may be longer or shorter. They generally do something like that to give you a chance to show over a period of time that you truly did learn from your mistakes and not done it again.\n\nWithout knowing anything more about you or the recruiters, I can't say for certain. But from what you have said here, it can go either way. If it doesn't work now, though, just be patient, show you meant what you said, and come back after a little time has passed.\n\nGood luck.
318742
The Governor from your State has to grant it for you. I have known of narcs getting that done to clear their records in my State. My City has a prosecutor that is a Republican felon. He was able to get the Governor to pardon him somehow, it was snitching everybody says.
761351
I AGREE WITH YOU 100%\nTALK TO YOUR BROTHER ABOUT GETTING HIS RECORD SEALED (I BELIEVE IT CAN BE DONE AFTER 5 YRS.) AS LONG AS LAW ENFORCEMENT DOESN'T OPEN IT AGAIN ITS A DEAD ISSUE
875555
Depending on the type of conviction this could be with you the rest of your life.  Some states have a "defered judgement" which means that if you meet all their requirements and after a limited amount of time you can have it expundged.  Some states also allow you to petition the courts to have an old offense "sealed" so that it would no longer be public record.  Call the local public defenders office or legal aid office and ask about your particular situation and laws.     Good Luck!!!
1002100
Your criminal convictions are a matter of public record and usually can be obtained at your states bureau of criminal apprehension.  There are also websites which provide an accurate accounting of criminal history. I've provided a link for one I have used in the past. Hope this helps you.
862986
That isn't how it works.  Statutes of limitations serve to prevent causes of action from being brought too long after an alleged offense or tort was committed.  For example, if someone assaults you, you can't sue them 20 years later, you have to do it relatively quickly.  The exact length specified by the statute will vary from state to state.  Statutes of limitations don't have anything to do with expunging criminal records.\n\nThat being said, Texas law only allows criminal records to be expunged under very limited circumstances, mostly if you didn't do it or there are other irregularities.  For example, if you are arrested, but they don't bring a charge against you, you can get that expunged.  Same goes if you're acquitted, either by a trial court or on appeal.  But if you are convicted of a felony, and the conviction stands, you're pretty much stuck with it.