QUESTION
If I completed the diversion program, will my records still show on a job and medical school background check?
Asked on Mar 17th, 2013 on Criminal Law - Illinois
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I stole a $50 worth item and was able to get on the diversion program. I successfully completed the program in 2011. Will the record still show up when jobs and medical schools run background checks? I did a background check on myself on the criminal bureau website and there was no record but it did state that the general public was limited to what the check would show.
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Criminal Law Attorney serving Melrose Park, IL
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If there was an arrest, that could show up.
Answered on Aug 14th, 2013 at 8:38 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
It should not show since there was no conviction.
Answered on Aug 14th, 2013 at 8:38 PM
Criminal Defense Attorney serving Southfield, MI
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You should be fine. The whole concept of diversion is that no conviction is entered if you successfully complete. I have heard of courts making errors in recording these but you should be fine. You can check the "no" box as to convictions if all you have if something with a completed diversion.
Answered on Aug 14th, 2013 at 8:38 PM
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Very hard to tell without the details, many times in cases such as yours where there has been a diversionary program used for your benefit there will be no record of any conviction, however the arrest record can still be found.
Answered on Aug 14th, 2013 at 8:38 PM
Thomas Edward Gates
The whole point of a diversion program is to not have a criminal record. You should be ok.
Answered on Aug 14th, 2013 at 8:38 PM
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You should petition the District Court where the crime occurred to seal both the arrest and court file. Most attorneys would be able to do this for a minimal fee.
Answered on Aug 14th, 2013 at 8:38 PM