Shop lifting?
if you have a shoplifting record just for one offense, for about 25 dollars, and it happened about 4 years ago, what does that mean for your future, i know it will probably be on your record, but does it interfer with getting a job or anything like that?
2006-10-30 17:55:37 · 11 answers · asked by michaeljustussvcc 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
As time goes by and you don't get in any more trouble its effects lessen. Also, the typical background check goes back only 7 years.
2006-10-30 17:58:44 · answer #1 · answered by Frank R 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You will certainly have to answer a few tough questions. However, if I was to hire you, I would accept the "youthful stupidity" explanation.
Also, consider whether you even have to disclose that record or not. It depends on the job. If you are going to be a mechanic or cook it probably wouldn't matter. If you are going to be a bank teller or a cop it would make a difference. I would also look into seeing if you can get it expunged at your local court system so you don't have to worry about it again.
2006-10-30 18:10:10 · answer #2 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it's just one time and for only 25 bucks, and 4 yrs. ago! As long as you didn't do anything more crazy like that after that then you're good. Life, especially opportunities doesn't stop there. Like hey, there are a lot of damn guys out there who changed but still had success in life. It all depends on how you work and percieve life. You'll still get a job don't worry. Good luck!
2006-10-30 18:01:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only thing that will really affect you getting a job or not is felonies, employers don't really concern themselves with petty crime. Unless of course it's a repeated offense. Besides, $25.00 isn't that much compared to some theft, like say um, auto theft.
But also depends on the employer I suppose.
2006-10-30 18:01:29 · answer #4 · answered by pyromaster7000 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on
#1 you are a minor or adult
#2 felony or misdemeanor
if #2 move to another state, it will remian on record whereyou were convicted
2006-10-30 18:01:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any criminal record can affect your future but the more time you put behind you the less impact it has.
2006-10-30 19:25:36 · answer #6 · answered by Ranger473 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That will depend on the employer. What will definitely count against you is if you lie about it on your job application.
2006-10-30 17:58:45 · answer #7 · answered by Carolyn M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Prob wont. Have to disclose it if the application asks, but the explanation is easy...youthful stupidity.
2006-10-30 17:58:07 · answer #8 · answered by David B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it comes up tell them it was a medical condition that you received treatment for and have not experienced since. It was a reaction to a death of a loved one.
2006-10-30 18:00:16 · answer #9 · answered by whrldpz 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It shouldn't show on your record unless you were charged with the crime.
2006-10-30 18:05:31 · answer #10 · answered by Diamond in the Rough 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋