If I got arrested but not convicted, can my employer terminate me?
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If I got arrested but not convicted, can my employer terminate me?
My employer ran a background check all ready and it came up as a pending case until I go to court again.
Asked on September 9, 2011 under Employment Labor Law, Connecticut
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Your employer can run a background check, especially if you have given the company the permission to run such a search. If you were arrested, that is not typically considered a legal bad act; however, your employer can terminate you in most states without or with cause. If you are in a state that allows termination without cause and with no notice, then your employer can just simply let you go. If your employer has not terminated you yet, chances are the employer is waiting to see what the outcome is in this case. If this is your first offense, make sure you talk to legal counsel about seeking an alternative conviction, something wherein you would be eligible for expungement or sealing of records if you stay clean for a while.
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