Legal Question in Criminal Law in Iowa
background check
i have a degree in criminal justice. i apply for jobs but i have a trespass to motor vehicle charge from 10 years ago and a misdemeanor charge marijuann possesion from 2-3 years ago that henders me from landing a job. what can i do?
Asked on 3/21/07, 10:06 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Luedeman
solo practitioner
Re: background check
You did not state where you acquired your charges. Iowa has no expungement statute and all you can do is petition the governor's office for a pardon.
Answered on 3/21/07, 11:10 am
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