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How long will a misdimeanor charge stay on my police record?

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Can you tell me how long a misdimeanor charge will stay on my police record? For instance, a larceny in the sixth degree.

  • Category: Criminal
  • Subcategory: Expungement of Criminal Records
  • Date:
  • State: Connecticut

Answer:

It doesn't expire but may be expunged by petition. See:

http://lawdigest.uslegalforms.com/expungement-of-criminal-records/index.php?dID=6448

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Yes, misdemeanors typically show up on background checks. Employers and other organizations often conduct these checks to assess an individual's criminal history. Depending on the type of background check, a misdemeanor charge may be visible, especially if it is recent. However, some states have laws that limit how long certain offenses can be reported.

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