I had a petty theft misdemeanor 2nd degree. The outcome of the case was nolle prosequi...?

Question

Since i wasn't "convicted" of the crime, do I still have to select "yes, i have committed a felony or misdemeanor" when i apply to jobs???

Answer 1

This question unequivocally gives rise to," How Not To Ask A Question", by the manner of which you've ask the question, alludes to "Yes, I did it, but they didn't convict me." My intention is not to insult or degrade but, I simply could not pass up the chance to "Point Out" that there is an art to asking questions, especially in a Court of Law, as it exacts a "Desired Response".
ANSWER: "IF", you didn't commit a felony, why would you state yes on an application just because you were charged?
So, the answer is; NO, you do not select an inappropriate answer, thereby leading the employer into the impression that you DID.
GOD BLESS/GOOD LUCK!!

Answer 2

I review prior convictions for employment consideration. If the outcome was nolle prosequi, you were not convicted, hence no. However, if your state utilizes nolle prosequi outcomes for pretrial diversions (i.e. some states do not require convictions for establishing pretrials), you need to advise a potential employer who is FDIC insured (i.e. most banks and other financial institutes) that you did go through pretrial for an FDIC-disqualifying conviction. You may be disqualified from employment under those conditions but best to let them know up front rather than after they get the results of your criminal check back.

Answer 3

Nol pros means you were not prosecuted.
So, you were charged with a crime, but not convicted.

The question as phrased is ambiguous, and you could answer either yes (if you did, but weren't convicted) or no (since you were never legally determined to have done so).

Answer 4

"nolle prosequi" basically means that the prosecutor decide not to procede any futher. nolle prosequi DOES NOT act as acquittal. The prosecutor can still come after you in the future.

Answer 5

You should. If you don't, and someone checks, and finds this information, that could be grounds for not hiring, or termination for falsifying your application. Even though you weren't prosecuted, you were arrested, and this is on your record. It may not seem fair, but in this case, honesty is the best policy.

Answer 6

I would say no. Keep in mind that the nol pros may show up on some background checks and prompt questions.

Answer 7

is it on your background report? you need to contact your attorney to see if your record was expunged. if it was, you don't have to declare it.

Answer 8

no, since the charge was null pros, there will be no record of it