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Job Applications and a Criminal Record
When you are looking for a new job, you will fill out several applications. On most, you will be asked if you have ever been arrested. Knowing how to answer correctly can mean the difference between keeping your new job and later being fired for lying on your application. Read on to understand how you should answer those very personal questions.
- You Do Not Have to be Arrested
Just because you weren’t officially arrested does not mean that you weren’t charged with a crime. Any law enforcement officer can accuse you of a crime without forcing you to wear handcuffs.
- Are Citations Criminal Charges?
Sometimes. If a police officer hands you a citation, request any paperwork that will be filed against you. It is possible to receive a citation and later be charged with a criminal offense relating to your traffic violation.
- Dismissed Doesn’t Mean Dropped Charges
When a case against you is dismissed, it doesn’t automatically mean that the charges against you were dropped. You may still have been charged with a crime, no matter how minimal the charge.
- Expungement
Some applications ask if you have ever had a crime expunged. If you are asked and you have had a case expunged, be honest. The same goes for any charges that you have had sealed.
- Dropped Charges Can Stick
Sometimes a person has no ability to drop charges against you, even if they want to. This can be especially true in the case of domestic violence. A police officer or prosecutor may have signed the charges against you even if your family member told you that they were “dropped.”
The best way to find out if you were charged with a crime is to pull up your local court records. Most jurisdictions make these available to the public online. When you fill out an application, you will check a box that says you are being truthful. If your future employer discovers that you lied on your application, it is grounds for termination. It is far better to be honest and take your chances on an employer not wanting to hire you because of your criminal past than to lie and get fired later.
If you have been charged with a crime in Orlando or the surrounding area, call our offices for a free initial consultation. Our criminal defense attorneys are ready to stand up for your rights in court. Call now.
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Some important reasons to secure experienced representation include:
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Board-Certified* Attorneys
Our founding attorneys are two of three board-certified* DUI defense lawyers in the state.
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Former Prosecution Experience
As former prosecutors, we bring an invaluable perspective and skillset to every case.
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High Success Rate in Criminal Defense
With a 90%+ success rate, our proven track record of success speaks for itself.
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Decades of Experience
With more than 10,000 cases handled, our advocates are well versed in criminal law to help you navigate your case with care and efficiency.
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Our team is available to take your call and address any questions or concerns you have.
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Financing Available
The last thing you need during a criminal case is financial stress. Our firm offers financing with no credit check required.
Meet Your Dedicated Defense Team
Led by two of Florida's Board-Certified* DUI Experts, Our attorneys bring together more than 50 years of success, defending clients across Florida against criminal and DUI charges.
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DUI Charges Reduced
The court deemed all other conditions satisfied so M.A. did not have to go on probation at all and walked out of courthouse with a fine and fees to pay, and the case behind her.
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Case Dismissed
J.A.R. had had a previous DUI conviction and was facing mandatory jail time if convicted of this offense. In reviewing the discovery provided by the state, our team found several issues with the police investigation, and realized that our clients’ rights had been violated.
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All Charges Dropped
In reviewing the evidence provided by the State our team realized that T.R.’s rights had been violated when she was immediately illegally arrested by the Trooper. Further, there were many other errors made by the Trooper which would result in the evidence gathered being suppressed.
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All Charges Dropped
In this case, our client, R.H., was out with friends. A family member who was angry with him tracked his location by tracking his cell phone, called the police, told them he was very drunk, and led the police right to his car. The officers stopped his car and eventually arrested him.
Our Case Results
Two of Florida’s only Board-Certified* DUI Defense experts fighting for you.
- DUI Charges Reduced
- Case Dismissed
- All Charges Dropped
- All Charges Dropped
