QUESTION
How will a reckless driving conviction effect my employment?
Asked on Aug 05th, 2013 on DUI/DWI - Michigan
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I was charged with a DUI about 4 months ago but my lawyer, thinks that we have a good chance at getting it plead down to reckless driving. I know that it is far less severe than a DUI but it will still show on my criminal record. But from what I know, employers usually only ask for felonies.
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Jacob P. Sartz
It depends on your type of employment.
Answered on Aug 12th, 2013 at 11:43 PM
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A wet reckless is not "far less severe" even when it it's accompanied by a win at the DMV. That being said, it can be an advantageous outcome in many jurisdictions. It is a misdemeanor, criminal conviction and therefore must be admitted if an employer asks. We are seeing a growing number of employers ask about "criminal" convictions. Make sure you don't want to push your case to trial before you take the deal.
Answered on Aug 12th, 2013 at 11:43 PM