Will my juvenile record affect my chances of getting a government job.?

Question

Will my juvenile record affect my chances of getting a government job.?

Answer 1

No, a juvenile record is sealed when the offender turns 18. It can only be "dug up" with a  court order. Unless you're applying for something like the FBI/CIA, this info will never come up on a background check. The possible problem I see is how a job application is worded. For all practical purposes if you have a sealed record I don't think you should have to volunteer the record even if asked on an application.

Answer 2

Depending on the severity.. but mostly likely no it will not have any bearing on government employment.