Difference Between a Police Record & a Criminal Record
A police record and a criminal record are different yet can overlap. Both can affect employment, apartment rentals, promotions and business licensing. Your criminal record can affect also your voting rights.
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Arrest
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When you are arrested, a record of the arrest is kept with the state police. This record is accessible any time a background check is done.
Court
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When you go to court, if you are convicted, this becomes a part of your criminal record, which also is accessible when a background check is done.
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Significance
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In the United States, you are innocent until proven guilty. This is the difference between a criminal and police record. You do not have a criminal record unless you are convicted of a crime.
Features
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In many jurisdictions, your arrest record is erased when you are acquitted of charges or they are dropped. Your criminal record must be formally expunged or sealed.
Suggestions
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Contact your local police department and ask what the procedure is to have your arrest records expunged in your state.
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