If I was stopped by a police officer for shoplifting when I was 15 and I was sent to a probation officer, will it show up on my record?

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If I was stopped by a police officer for shoplifting when I was 15 and I was sent to a probation officer, will it show up on my record?

The probation officer decided she would not send me to a judge and instead just had me write a 1 page essay. After I completed the essay she told me I could have my record expunged when I turn 18. So now what shows up on my record? When asked if I have been convicted of a crime, do I say yes?

Asked on October 29, 2014 under Criminal Law, California

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 9 years ago | Contributor

Here is the thing: while it does not sound as if you were ever arraigned on the charge, one would not be sent to a probation officer unless they were convicted of a crime. You have the gift of youth on your side meaning that juvenile records are generally sealed when they turn 18.  But here is what I would do: run a background check on yourself and see what comes up.  It is the only way you will know what the next steps are and what you can answer to that question: have you been convicted of a crime.  Good luck.


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