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Pretrial diversion

I was considering applying for a public service position at a local attraction. However, 4 years ago I was charged with public indecency. The judge allowed me to go to a pretrial diversion program which I completed and the charges were dropped. Will that affect any job that I might apply for that I need to provide fingerprints or a criminal history check for? Also will the employer see my arrest record and what I was arrested for?


Asked on 12/08/06, 6:03 pm

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Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: Pretrial diversion

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Yes. Unless you have since moved to seal and/or expunge the file, the fact of the arrest and the resulting charges will probably show in your record. You can check by going to the Courthouse and requesting a copy of your record.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 12/08/06, 7:02 pm
Valerie Masters Valerie Masters, P.A.

Re: Pretrial diversion

yes an employer will see everything unless you seal it. pls csall if i can help

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Answered on 12/09/06, 3:12 pm


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