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Does reckless driving show up on a criminal background check?
Will a reckless driving charge show up on my criminal background check for work? I got a charge about 10 years ago. I’m applying for jobs, and I’m a little worried that I’ll get denied because of the reckless driving charge.
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Unfortunately, reckless driving will show up on a criminal background check if it was charged as a misdemeanor or a felony.
In some states, you may be able to expunge the charge, especially if it’s been 10 years since you were convicted. To see if this is a possibility,
talk to a lawyer
who specialized in traffic court to learn more about the steps you’ll need to take.When you’ve been convicted of reckless driving, it can be really difficult to find affordable car insurance. Fortunately, the
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