If I was busted with drugs while entering Canada, will this appear on my record here in the states?
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If I was busted with drugs while entering Canada, will this appear on my record here in the states?
I was detained/fined and released. Will my future employers be able to find the specifics of my crime?
Asked on June 18, 2013 under Criminal Law, New York
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Given the serious situation you have found yourself in the arrest and any criminal convcition for possessing a controlled substance most likely will appear upon any employement back ground check of you by your current employer and any future employer unless you get your criminal file sealed by the court.
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