How Long Does a Convicted Felon's Record Affect Him?
A criminal felony conviction can adversely affect one's ability to obtain employment, rent an apartment or even enter the military. As a rule, felony convictions will stay on your record for life.
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What is a Felony Conviction?
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In most states, crimes are divided into two categories. Misdemeanors such as shoplifting or prostitution are the less serious crimes. Felonies such as robbery or rape are the more serious crimes.
Felonies and Criminal Records
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A felony will stay on your record for your lifetime unless you are able to expunge or seal the record. As such, potential employers, landlords or other people will be able to access the record of your conviction.
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Expunging or Sealing Your Record
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State laws vary, but in some states a convicted felon may have the option to expunge or seal the record of conviction. A sealed record is only available to law enforcement agencies as a rule, while an expunged record is destroyed entirely in most cases. Check your state laws to see if a felony record can be expunged or sealed.
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ok I have a felony from 2000, and I'm trying to get a job, but its still on my record...how long does it take to go away,
