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It depends on the felony
The depends entirely upon the type of felony.
You can get up to 3 to 4 years
Forever.
All the way back as far as they can go. A felony disqualifies someone from owning a firearm.
50 to life
Depends on the application. If it stipulates a time period then only within that time period. Example: Have you been convicted of a felony in the last 7 years? In the above example if you were convicted of a felony 5 years ago you have to answer yes. If you were convicted of a felony 10 years ago you can answer no. If the question asks "Have you ever been convicted of a felony?" and you have, reguardless of the amount of time that has passed, then you have to answer yes.
Felony charges typically remain on a criminal background check permanently unless expunged or sealed. However, the impact of a felony on a background check can vary depending on the employer or agency conducting the check and the specific laws in the jurisdiction. It is important to consult with a legal professional for guidance on how best to handle a felony on your record.
Your entire life.
Criminal domestic violence was made a felony in many states in the 1980s and 1990s. However, specific years vary by state.
What is a felony? It is a crime regarded in the US and many other judicial systems as more serious than a misdemeanour. It is a serious crime that can be punished by more than one year in prison. Felony examples Some examples of felonies include murder, sexual assault, burglary, kidnapping and arson. When does a felony conviction show up? Felonies will show up on your record for seven years when a background check is run.
In California, felony convictions typically remain on a background check indefinitely unless expunged or sealed by court order. Employers in California are generally prohibited from asking about or considering non-conviction arrests that did not result in a conviction.