how long does it take to have a criminal record closed?
458502
it will always show up, even when you think its gone. they never throw away the record, even when you think otherwise.
320759
It may take you awhile but criminal case records are public record and can be found in the court clerk's office at the courthouse. They may have it cross-referenced in their computers, but if not you will just have to look through them all.
362783
I dont know if you would have a record. However in texas you have cps open a case on you and they can hold that information for a 18 months.\n\nIn texas CPS doesnt have a good rep with me. They sent me to anger management classes. I called CPS on my ex concerning neglect on my daughter and they didnt do a damn thing. I gave them PROOF and all they did was tell her and I to call DR. to stress the importance of taken her medication on time. They need to close CPS in Texas
1104874
you have to look at the limitations of actions act. Usually, you have around 6 years - but this varies from state to state.\n\nAlso, the longer you take, the less reliable people's memories are and the harder it is to track them down. So even though you may be within the time limits, you may have evidentiary problems if you wait SIX years.\n\nFinally, you have a case regardless of whether the cop wrote/didn't write a ticket.\n\nAlso are you prepared to go through the pain of going through court? it might cost a lot more money than the damage toyour car. Hope this helps.
600973
Dear Friend,\n\nSurpisingly, he may be able to get these sealed or expunged. I imagine it'd be best to go to a criminal defense lawyer to help.\n\nSee http://www.lac.org\n\nCan criminal conviction records be sealed (including expunged, erased, or purged)? \nYes, most misdemeanor and felony convictions can be expunged provided the individual has a limited criminal history, has no cases pending, and the following time periods have elapsed following completion of sentence: 15 years for multiple class B and C misdemeanors, 10 years for an alcohol- or drug-related traffic offense, 7 years for a felony and 3-5 years for a misdemeanor. Utah Code Ann. § 77-18-12. The following convictions may not be expunged: capital felony, first degree felony, second degree forcible felony, any sexual act against a minor, any registerable sex offenses, and attempt, solicitation, or conspiracy to commit these offenses. Utah Code Ann. § 77-18-12(1). \n\nUnless adjudicated for murder or aggravated murder, juvenile records may be sealed upon age 18 and one year has elapsed since termination of juvenile court jurisdiction or after one year has elapsed from unconditional release if committed to the Division of Youth Corrections. During the one year waiting period the individual must not have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor of moral turpitude and have no pending criminal proceedings. Utah Code Ann. § 78-3a-905(1), (2), and (5). \n\nYour Friend,\nFrancesois
694663
A criminal record does not mean they have been to prison necessarily. It may not be there. Do a Google search on the name first, if no results hang out at your local donut shop and ask a nice policeman to check for you. Most will on the side if the answer is a yes or no that you are looking for. If you want written details then you need to do it legally.
1138366
Six years isn't long enough to prove she's changed her ways. She shouldn't volunteer the information if they don't specifically ask for it.\nYou can't get a criminal record expunged just because you don't like it. You have to have conclusive evidence to prove you weren't guilty of the crime you were convicted of.
118700
It will be on your record for the rest of your life.  However, most employers do not ask you to report it, if it's older than 7 years.  Most background checking companies will ignore a misdemeanor unless the employer specifically requests that information (they are more concerned with Felonies).
392765
Yes, you a person can remove a felony offense from their record....get a lawyer...if you have not already been sentenced...ask your lawyer to ask for the first offenders act...if your crime is not a capital offense of a violent nature there is a chance of you receiven the firt offenders act...under this act...after a certain amount of time with no crimes being committed the record can be sealed!
1039854
If you are talking about the reporting time with the credit bureaus it is 7 years for things like credit cards etc.that are closed, reporting negatively. (but you can try to dispute things off early, about 6 months, as obsolete)\n\n10 years for tax liens, judgments etc.
369102
If you're talking about the statuate of limitations for a crime, 7 years.\n\nSorry.\n\nThank you for your time.
585205
Depends on the employer and the job.  Most don't do thorough checks.  Some government agencies can view your juvenile records.  Otherwise, as in the above answer, those that check will consider your adult record.  In that case, the number of years would depend on how old you are.  If you have a minor offense in your background that worries you, you should probably disclose it rather than stress over the background check.  Some employers will fire you for lying on the application if you don't disclose something that will come up later.  Good luck.
819210
It depends, if you were a juvenile, and you pleaded guilty, went to court apologized, its called a juvenile record. Something like stealing...it depends on what she stole...if it was a lot of mooney, then don't count on it being taken off. But if it was a petty thing, and she didn't run from the cops, or lie about it, it'll come off within a year / 18 years old.
104274
Petition the courts to seal or expunge your record, if your crime was non-violent and you have stayed out of trouble for all this time, the judge should agree.\nBut I have to ask what jobs you're applying for that ask you to disclose criminal history more than the usual 5 or 7 years old. Perhaps you should be looking for work in less "security oriented" fields.\nAnd have you registered with your local job service? They can take your history into account when matching you with potential employers, so at least you won't be wasting time with interviews that won't yield results.\nFor more feedback, I suggest you visit http://www.prisontalk.com
1030095
Its on your criminal record for life. As for your car insurance? Mine is 3 years.  Some places are different. The lowest I found was 3 years.
861911
Bud - In every state I know of, adult felony convictions remain a permanent part of your records.  Misdemeanor charges can be expunged after a number of years in some states for some charges.  But, if its a felony, its there for good.  GBY
1017391
Need more information.  It all depends on if criminal charges have been filed or not.  \n\nIf you have been charged with a crime there is no limit to when they can prosecute you if you avoid prosecution.\n\nIf you "haven't been caught" yet, then the average time is 7 years with the exception of some violent crimes such as murder.