Legal Question in Criminal Law in Washington
jail vs prison
a job application asked ''Have you been released from prison in last 7 years.'' Applicant spent a night in jail and charges were dismissed. How should he answer on application?
Asked on 9/15/07, 11:00 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
James J. White, attorney
Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC
Re: jail vs prison
Prison is actually a specific location, different from jail, and requires a sentence of over one year. So, you may safely and honestly answer no.
At your service,
Answered on 9/16/07, 12:43 pm
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