Legal Question in Criminal Law in Nevada

Felony to a misdemeanor

When the judge says, ''we will drop your felony to a misdemeanor,'' can one answer on an employment application that they were never charged with a felony?

Not sure how to answer the question ''Have you ever been charged with a felony?'' So I've been putting down ''Yes, I think.''


Asked on 7/20/09, 4:59 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
James Smith James E. Smith Ltd.

Re: Felony to a misdemeanor

You have been charges with a felony but not convicted of one. You have to answer yes as the employer can verify what you were charged with.

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Answered on 7/20/09, 5:24 am
Greta Muirhead

Re: Felony to a misdemeanor

Yes, you were charged with a felony; so you must answer yes to that question.

It would be smart to petition for a record seal as soon as you are eligible. Once the record seal is granted, you can legally answer that you have never been arrested for or convicted of any crime.

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Answered on 7/20/09, 10:04 am


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