QUESTION
Will my DUI detainment show up on my record as I am applying in the fire department?
Asked on Apr 25th, 2013 on DUI/DWI - California
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Two years ago, I was stopped for suspicion of a DUI. When asked to do the breathalyzer I immediately agreed. I blew a .08 my first blow then three minutes later, I did my second blow which was a .04. I was detained for two hours and released with my driver's license and car keys. The case was dropped before it even reached the DA. I received a letter from the police stating I was not arrested and just detained for questioning. The reason for my concern is I am about to start backgrounds for the fire department and I would like to know if that will show up. I have checked my personal background and it does not show up. So I am asking this question to try to obtain some peace of mind.
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Michael J. Breczinski
It should not show up. However it is convictions not arrests that are important.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2013 at 9:18 PM
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If you were arrested, you have a criminal arrest, you can retain a DUI attorney to have them file a motion to have do have you declared factually innocent.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2013 at 8:18 PM
Only arrests and convictions show up on background checks, so I think you have nothing to worry about.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2013 at 4:04 AM
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In Colorado, the only way to be sure is to file a Motion to Seal the Arrest Record. It costs about $182 to file the motion plus filing fees and costs of service. You can contact a local criminal defense attorney in your area and they should be able to do this for you.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2013 at 3:52 AM
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If it is not on CBI, then they should not be able to see it. it is often best to be forthcoming - they would rather an honest person who was arrested falsely than a liar.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2013 at 12:07 AM
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Francis John Cowhig
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If you were not fingerprinted and booked and you have a letter stating that you were detained as opposed to arrested, it should not show up on any background check.
Answered on Apr 28th, 2013 at 10:10 PM