If I have a misdemeanor, am I required to say yes on a job application if it asks?

Answer 1

usually the application asks if you've ever been convicted of a felony. Ive never heard of it saying misdemenor. so no. but when you have been convicted of a felony you still do not answer yes or no, you just write "will explain at interview"

Answer 2

Technically, yes you are. If the question asks if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor you should answer truthfully. At the end of each job application there is usually a paragraph/statement that you must read and sign under that states something to the effect that all the information you have provided on the application is truthful. If you are not honest in answering the misdemeanor question then you have falsified your application. That is enough for a company to rescind a job offer or terminate employment if they run a background check and find out about it.

Answer 3

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If I have a misdemeanor, am I required to say yes on a job application if it asks?

Answer 4

You are required to truthfully answer the question.

Most jobs ask about felonies, or misdemeanors if they involve theft or embezzlement. If it is a government job, they will ask about everything and you should answer, but a misdemeanor will not disqualify you for most positions.

If the crime was expunged or adjudicated under a youth offender act, you may lawfully answer that you were not convicted of a crime because the conviction has been erased as if it never happened.

Answer 5

Yes, otherwise if you are hired and it comes up later you could be terminated for providing false information on an application. (It DOES happen, too...particularly with your more high-profile jobs). Usually employers offer applicants the option of explaining the circumstances under which misdemeanors occurred, and they don't generally exclude them from further consideration. But lying takes you permanently out of the running, blemishes your credibility, and CAN make you permanently ineligible for further consideration in the future. As in most (if not all) situations, the truth is definitely the best way to go at all times.

Answer 6

Misdemeanors only show up if you are in the state where you got it. If you dont live in the same state, dont worry about it. However, if it was violent or something that could apply to your job (stealing from an employer, etc), if they find out, you will be right back in jail for falsifying information. But, most menial jobs (fast food, retail) dont even check.


Misdemeanors stay on your record 2-5 years, Felonies 7 - life.

Answer 7

1. Yes, absolutely. They may find out about it afterwards and then you may be fired for lying on your form. Obviously, this won't be useful for future references either... 2. I would call it a criminal violation - although I'm not certain. 3. If they were aware of your violation and told you to apply again, then I'm quite sure they will not hold it against you. You said you got the job and then they informed you you would have to wait - so I think you've as good as got the job now anyway. They wanted you before, so they will again. The fact that you've reapplied there shows determination, ambition, persistance and a real desire to work in this particular place, which are all good qualities. Good luck!

Answer 8

It depends on what the misdemeanor is. If you have been arrested for any reason you do have to say yes, and explain why and what you where arrested for. If you say no and you have been arrested they then do a background check you can be charged for fraud or false information. You will also not be trusted at any job you apply to. It is better to tell them the truth. You may think they will not hire you, but believe me empolyers would rather hire someone who is truthful than someone that has not given all the facts.........

Answer 9

I have been convicted of a felony. The idiot who said you will get arrested again is retarded. I leave it blank. If the interviewer asks why I didn't answer the question I tell them honestly, It is better if I can explain what happened. But most of the time, misdemeanors don't matter. Unless it is relevant to the job you are applying for.

Answer 10

most job applications have a little contract that you have to sign saying that the information you filled out is accurate to the best of your knowledge. it also usually says something about if any of the info is untrue with your knowledge (and you obviously know you have a misdemeanor) then they can fire you right away. many employers do background checks, so they will find out.

Answer 11

Depends on the judgement. If deferred probably not because they pretty much dismiss the charge after so many months, and a fine, at least in Texas.

Most applications ask other than a traffic ticket and most are looking with in the last 7 years. I am sure most are more concerned with theft, and felonies.