If I got my first DUI and at first I pleaded guilty but I was put on deferred adjudication, will my employer see this?

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If I got my first DUI and at first I pleaded guilty but I was put on deferred adjudication, will my employer see this?

I was given community hours and had to complete classes by a certain date. Before that date, I had seen a lawyer who got my case dismissed before the date that I had to complete the community hours and classes. Now that it is dismissed, can an employer see that I initially pleaded guilty? I just asked because on applications it asked if I have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony, which I haven’t. It also asks if I ever pleaded guilty to a crime, I did here but it was dismissed before I turned in my community hours the court set for me, so I’m assuming that final verdict was never entered since it was dismissed before.

Asked on September 17, 2013 under Criminal Law, Texas

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Answered 10 years ago | Contributor

In a background check as to you your employer will see your arrest but no conviction for what you were arrested for unless you get a court order sealing your criminal file. For that, I suggest that you consult with a criminal defense attorney experienced in such matters.

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 10 years ago | Contributor

In a background check as to you your employer will see your arrest but no conviction for what you were arrested for unless you get a court order sealing your criminal file. For that, I suggest that you consult with a criminal defense attorney experienced in such matters.


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