If I was arrested for weed when I was 18, what are the chances of it getting off of my record?
610077
your chances are slim and none.what's even worse is that even if marijuana is eventually legalized it will still be on your record because it was illegal at the time.let's wake up,people,and quit wasting lives and tax dollars over prosecution of a relatively harmless weed.far less harmful than tobacco or alcohol.
668541
Very doubtful. They will most likely arrest you when you go to get it.
756951
As the others state, if the offense was committed by an adult, it stays on forever unless you've managed to get it expunged.  Some offenses can't be expunged.\n\nFor juveniles, the convictions usually come off the record and aren't used against the person if they are arrested as an adult after they turn 18.  If they are still on juvenile probation when they turn 18, it would usually come off their record once they complete their probation terms.  The files  and court records are still in existence, so if there is a need for that information, it can be found.  Juvenile records can be expunged, however.\n\nSome juvenile records can be used against the person if they commit additional offenses as an adult. If they are still on juvenile probation but are over the age of 18, the court will order their cases closed unsuccessfully.  In addition, even if they don't commit new offenses, if they don't complete all the terms of their probation, their case can be closed unsuccessfully.\n\nWhen a juvenile case is closed unsuccessfully, it stays on the person's record for the rest of their life.\n\nHope that makes sense
962147
It appears that in Wisconsin, expungements are limited to certain offenses for offenders under the age of 17 or 21, depending on the conviction.  If you carried out a sentence, and it was not dismissed, then it does not look like you can remove that from your record.  I've included a link to a brochure that summarizes Wisconsin law and gives contact information for their Department of Justice.  Contact them to verify that there are no alternative measures you can take.
1091859
In the US, you are arrested on probable cause, if you can not make bail you will be held till court.  ( this can take up to a year in some cases)
890778
I have seen low-level misdemeanor "Theft by Check" (Hot Check) warrants surface after 15 years. However, let me say that 20+ years ago the criminal background records were not maintained very well. If your offense was a low-level misdemeanor then it may have never been put in the system. However if you are really interested you can easily find out. Just call the local sheriff's office where the offense occurred (albeit 23 years ago) and just ask to speak to a person in the warrants section. Give them your name and date of birth and ask if you have a warrant. If you do have a warrant the sheriff's office will tell you.
600913
Yes, warrant will show up in all states if you are stopped. If you were not jailed, you are lucky. Better get it cleared up as soon as possible. Good luck
966012
The maximum fines are scary but people almost never get them unless they have an extensive criminal record.  \n Was the ring returned? If it was, expect probation and community service probably.  If not you may have to repay the value of the ring and then get probation and community service. You will be tried as a youth. (They only try as adult for serious offences like murder).  Here in Canada your record would be completely wiped out at 18 (sorry cant say for sure in USA).\nThe best thing to do is to talk to a lawyer (most courts have duty counsel there for free legal advice) and find out.
894224
You won't go to jail.  Most likely they will sentence you with a fine and community service.  If you are a minor, your record will be sealed.  If not, it will look bad in a background check, but shoplifting is not a huge crime, so if that is all that is on your record, you can probably still find a good job.\n\nWould've been less costly to just pay for it, huh?
246574
It stays until you get it expunged or you are issued a pardon.  There's a misbelief that crimes drop off your record at certain times.  They don't drop off automaticly, and most will never be able to be expunged or pardoned.
1067734
My husband is a deputy sheriff in a Florida county and this is what he said:  The person who is in possession of the drugs will be the one arrested.  However if the person that has possession of the drugs denies it being his and if "you" are the registered owner of the vehicle then both of you will be arrested.  At that point it would be up to the courts to sort out.  He says it happens quite a bit.  Usually one cops to it after they are both arrested.  He said that police aren't inclined to believe either one.  So if no one admits..They both go!
65249
There is no standard time of punishment for marijuana arrests. It is case per case, depends on whether someone is caught for the reason of possession or sale or manufacture.
342745
you might as well explain ahead of time.  if they look up your record and see something was on there, even though it was pardoned, it will make you look dishonest.\n\nthis happened to me in court.  i was detained by the police, but never arrested and in court the "arrest record" appeared.  i could honestly say i was never arrested or charged with anything, but it made me look dishonest in court, even though i was not.  i forgot to tell my attorney about the incident as it was ten years ago and i wasn't charged.\n\njust best to come clean ahead of time.
1017054
Sounds like you know pretty well about your predicament.  It appears, however, if you were under 21 at the time of the offense, you could apply for exp unction for 'minor possession offense.'  although I am not sure what the minor possession offense would apply to your offense.  See G.S. § 90-96\n\nWhat do you mean by the slim chance?  Appears you had a minor possession offense.  Could be you were over 21 then?  If I were you I would seek a legal advise from veteran defense attorneys. (he or she should be able to tell your chance)
844323
It really depends on the department as to whether or not they will choose to hire you. It's a pretty sure bet that if they want to look into your juvenile record, they will be able to. Sure, records are destroyed when you turn 21 (in spite of some people thinking otherwise), but not every trace of it will be erased. In the age of computers, there will be a trace or at least a reference left somewhere. And destroying the record does not destroy the memory of those officers involved in your case.\n\nI know several police officers who have juvenile records, some of them with our own department. \n\nAs far as what constitutes a "conviction", a juvenile is not technically "convicted" of a crime unless they have been charged and tried as an adult. If they are treated as an adult, they can be convicted. In juvenile court, though, it works a little different. When a juvenile is found guilty, it is not called a "conviction", it is called an "adjudication". You were adjudicated guilty of a burglary when you were a juvenile. You were not convicted. Yes, it's all just semantics, and in everybody's minds it's the same, but there is a real and legal difference.
452058
It depends on the state.  Normally arrest records aren't seen by the public and therefore aren't cleaned.  Regardless of if you were convicted you WERE ARRESTED.  Some states do allow it to be purged, but not all.  Speak with a lawyer or call your local law bar, they'll probably be able to give you some free basic info on your area, and for a fee help you get it done.
278396
im not positive about illinois, but i got arrested for underage drinking when i was 17 and i only got $100 fine, and had to go to a group court alternative. if it a happened again though i would get $250 fine, 250 hours community service and counceling and my lisense taken away till i was 21. i hope that gives you an idea, if not just call the juvenile court in your area and ask.