Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida
If you was charged with a crime but the adjudication was withheld, do you still have to answer "yes" to jobs that ask "Have you been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor" ?
Asked on 6/15/10, 10:35 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Craig Epifanio
Craig Epifanio, P.A.
A withhold of adjudication means you have not been convicted so you can say no. However, it may still show up on a background check until you get the charge sealed and you will have to explain to the employer that legally you have NOT been convicted.
Answered on 6/15/10, 4:40 pm
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