How doI get my job back if was laid off due to having a juvenile record?
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How doI get my job back if was laid off due to having a juvenile record?
I recently got my CNA. I’ve recently been laid offbecause have a juvenile record. need to know my rights and how to get my job back.
Asked on July 30, 2010 under Employment Labor Law, Utah
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
I do not know if you will be able to get THAT job back, but you can protect yourself from being fired from future jobs by having your juvenile record sealed or "expunged." Expunging a criminal record is a lengthy process where you file a petition and have to go before a judge to ask him or her seal your arrest and conviction.
In order to eligible for juvenile record expungement, you must 1) Be 18 years old, 2) have no adult misdemeanors of moral turpitude or felonies, and 3) one year has passed since the juvenile court terminated jurisdiction and all fines, fees, and restitution have been paid.
Once the record is expunged it should be removed from a background check. But I would run one yourself to be sure. Here is a link to get started but I would suggest seeking legal advice in your area. Good luck.
http://www.utcourts.gov/howto/expunge/
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