2006-06-15 04:23:28 · 11 answers · asked by ? 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Depends on the job background check.
Usually they go back 7 years.
so don't worry.
Keep your nose clean.
2006-06-15 04:25:49 · answer #1 · answered by nefariousx 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. The poster who mentioned 7 years for a background check is wrong -- putting your name into an FBI database brings up ANY arrests/convictions after you turn 18 (or before that if you were a juvenile but tried as an adult). There is no time limit.
The best thing you can do, if you've stayed out of trouble since then, is apply in your state for a "certificate of rehabilitation." That won't clear your arrest/conviction off your record, but it will add official state recognition of your rehabilitation, and that you're a fully-recognized citizen. Getting one in most states also automatically forwards a request to the governor of the state for a pardon, which is usually granted -- and the pardon will also show up on your record.
2006-06-15 11:29:50 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well have you comitted it again without getting caught? It shouldn't do much because it was 14 years ago and usually they only go back about 5-7 years in history. You should be able to get the job.
2006-06-15 11:30:29 · answer #3 · answered by Thomas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to speak to a lawyer about this. If you are in NYC area, contact the Fortune Society and they will help you for free. I do know that if you lie about a conviction on your application, then you can be fired for cause. If this was your only offense perhaps you can get your record expunged.
2006-06-15 11:28:00 · answer #4 · answered by zentouch 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Things you did along time ago can effect your life today! My uncle did someting along time ago and alomost didn't get hired at the post office, if you are working for the goverment it can!
2006-06-15 11:28:16 · answer #5 · answered by Cole 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Totally depends on the employer. You can get it expunged. It's pricey, but that might help. Good luck!
2006-06-15 11:27:35 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what kind of company you apply to. Financial services companies go back indefinitely.
2006-06-15 11:28:52 · answer #7 · answered by billyidolrules 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some places may not hire you, but as long as you are honest about your past and can pass a drug test, you should be fine
2006-06-15 11:42:35 · answer #8 · answered by hot_fat_chik1982 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes especially governmental you don't have a chance
2006-06-15 11:44:51 · answer #9 · answered by flip 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YUP, sorry, hey you don't want to go to work for any numb nut that judges you by your past anyway.
2006-06-15 11:30:01 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋