Questions about that question on a job application?

Question

If the crime has been expunged you can check the no box that you never been convicted of a crime, right?

Answer 1

If your crime has been been officially "expunged," then YES you can check that box and attest that you have never been convicted of a crime.

This answer is predicated on the fact, however, that the crime with which you were charged was actually "expunged." (And that you live in the US)

If that is the case, then all records pertaining to that crime have been sealed and cannot, under the penalty of law, be disclosed to anyone but law enforcement for purposes of a criminal investigation, or those named in a court order authorizing such disclosure.

The expunged files in my office have been literally sealed and marked "DO NOT OPEN WITHOUT COURT ORDER."

Answer 2

WRONG! You must still disclose that you were convicted. Just write that it was expunged. There is almost always a line or two for "explanation".

Answer 3

Follow cyanne2ak's advice, suppose you get to really like the potential job and are able to advance, then it is found that you should have answered yes. Bye, Bye job maybe..
You served your time, check with an attorney, for your peace of mind. ultimately, the employer has the power to do what they want even if you answer yes.