How long does a misdemeanor stay on your criminal record in?

Question

How long does a misdemeanor stay on your criminal record in florida?

me being very stupid. took some diaper for my baby when my mon threw me out. so now i have a misdemeanor for petty theft on my criminal record, i wanted to know how long does it stay on my record in florida? because I'm in need of a job and don't know what job to apply for with this type of charge can someone please help me out and to explain to me my next step

Answer 1

It's on your record forever....or:

1. If you hire an attorney to file the documents with the court to have the records expunged (Around $5000)

2. If  you die.

Nothing else removes it.

Answer 2

Typically it will stay on forever unless you take affirmative action to get it expunged (taken off your record).  Even a dismissal will show up on your record.  Check www.criminalsearches.com to see if you show up

Answer 3

For as long as you're alive, and then some.

Apply for any job you qualify for. Many places don't do a background check.

Answer 4

Depends on your age. If you are over 18 then it is there forever. You can try to get it sealed after a certain time (usually 7 years) if you have not had any other arrests. The questions that most employers ask is have you ever been convicted of a felony? If the question is more general like "have you ever been arrested" then you have to make a choice about answering it. The best thing that you can do is be honest about. Don't let it prevent you from trying though.