If you have been arrested a criminal record was created in your name. Many people believe that if their case was dismissed or were never convicted they do not have a criminal record. Unfortunately this is not the case!
Facts about your criminal record
Most criminal cases and records are made accessible to the public. Anyone with a computer can find your criminal record. Your record of arrest, fingerprints and case disposition are still available for viewing.
Individuals with criminal records face social barriers. Many applications are subject to criminal record searches. Even if the case was thrown out and you were not convicted, a record of your arrest still exists.
About 64 million Americans have arrest records which have never resulted in a conviction. Once you have an arrest record, you encounter the stigma associated with having a criminal record. As you attempt to move on with your life and become a productive member of society you face many roadblocks and social barriers.
Will my record affect my employment?
Many existing state and federal laws make it extremely difficult for people with criminal records to seek and obtain employment.
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Some facts you may not know:
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Most states allow employers to legally reject job applicants who have been arrested but never convicted. |
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Most states allow employers to deny jobs to or fire anyone with a criminal record. |
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Your criminal record is accessible to employers. |
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Will my record affect my education?
In the Higher Education Act it states that financial assistance can be denied to students on the basis of ANY drug offence. Approximately 140, 000 students have been denied financial aid because of this legality.
Getting your record sealed
Obtaining a seal allows you to move on with your life. Your police, state attorney, other agencies, and court records are physically sealed and put away in a secured vault. Once your record is sealed, your entire record including booking photos, fingerprints, deposition and arrest record will no longer be available to the public.
Apply Today to get your record sealed!
What happens after my record is sealed?
Only someone with a court order may have access to your record.
You are legally entitled to indicate NO when asked if you have ever been arrested!
*American Pardon Service does not provide legal advice or probability of success. Should you require legal assistance please consult a lawyer.
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