Will a misdemeanor (such as negotiating worthless check)prevent you from getting an apartment?

Question

I had a warrant issued and was arrested for negotiating a worthless instrument (check). I plead guilty and paid the fine. Will it prevent me from getting an apartment?

Answer 1

Shouldn't, but some renters may look at that and avoid you like the plague, but you'll find someone eventually to rent from.

Answer 2

Depends on the tenant critera that the apartment complex or owners use. Look at it this way, most people pay rent with a check...........Wouldn't you look at someone like yourself twice?

It's just up to luck on that one. I was an apartment manager. We turned down anyone that had anything on their record. We also did a criminal search too.
Good Luck. I think you will need it. You could try telling them you will only pay in cash or money order!!!!

Answer 3

It can effect your chances of getting the apartment if the apartment complex utilizes a criminal background check such as Vantage Data