Legal Question in Criminal Law in Washington

2nd degree felony theft

charged 2/2002 with this. Fines are still not paid off completely. My only offense. I was just wondering if this still shows up on any backround checks, and/or for how long.


Asked on 7/06/09, 6:59 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

James J. White, attorney Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC

Re: 2nd degree felony theft

Yes it will show up. Until you have it vacated. Which you can do after three years after you've completed the terms of probation. That usually includes paying the fine unless you have a good attorney. So, pay off those fines so you can get this off your record. Contact me directly if you'd like further assistance.

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Answered on 7/06/09, 7:16 pm
Paul Ferris Law Office of Paul T. Ferris

Re: 2nd degree felony theft

Once your legal financial obligations (court costs, restitution, etc) are satisfied, you can request a certificate of discharge. Five years after the certificate of discharge is filed, you may be eligible to vacate the convictions.

While vacated convictions are not reported by law enforcement agencies, they are still a public record and case information is available through the clerk's office (and somewhat available online).

NB: The waiting period is three years for a gross misdemeanor, e.g. theft 3rd degree.

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Answered on 7/06/09, 8:01 pm


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