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The two words are not synonymous. A "conviction" is equal to being found guilty of a charge. An 'adjudication' is a fancy word meaning 'a court ruling.' That ruling could just as easily be Not Guilty as it could be Guilty.
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Is adjudicated guilty the same as a conviction for a job application.?
Please understand that this is not legal advice. That said, the answer to this question depends on what state you're in. In some states, like Kentucky, an adjudication is equal to a conviction. In other states, like Michigan and Virginia, which make "adjudication" and "conviction" legally different things (like for instance, a juvenile adjudication versus adult conviction) an adjudication is NOT a conviction. Federal law concurs. In a case where two men with juvenile records were arrested as "felons in possession" of firearms, US District courts rules that in states that make the distinction, a person adjudicated of a crime is NOT prohibited from possessing a firearm since they have not be convicted.
Is deferred adjudication a conviction?
Deferred adjudication is not considered a conviction in some jurisdictions. Under this process, the individual agrees to fulfill certain requirements set by the court, and upon successful completion, the charges may be dismissed. However, in some cases, the original charges can be brought back if the person fails to meet the conditions set by the court.
Can you buy a hand gun with a Class A misdemeanor charge was tampering with government documents if it was deferred adjudication from 16 years ago?
Yes, if there was no conviction, and the deferred adjudication is not still pending.
Am I a convicted felon if you pleaded no contest and was given withhold adjudication with five years probation?
Yes you are. You have a conviction.
If you have had adjudication on a felony conviction does the conviction show up on a background check done by the military?
Yes. The word "CONVICTION" is the key. Unless it occurred prior to your 18th birthday, once you have a criminal record (of any type) it is with our forever.
Is deferred adjudication the same as adjudication withheld?
i was just told yes by a probation officer in Florida. check with the courts or a legal expert in your state.
Buy a gun in Florida with a felony with held adjudication?
You will need the services of a lawyer.
If you are convicted of a felony and adjudication is withheld does that mean that you lose your right to vote and bear arms?
If you are legally "Convicted" then Adjudication IS NOT Withheld....the whole reason for a Judge to have the option of Adj With is to stop short of convicting....IF you have a felony charge - and adjudication is withheld - you are not convicted....
Do you have to report jeuvenile crimes on an job application?
If the court proceedings were held in juvenile court and resulted in an adjudication instead of a conviction, you do not have to report it as criminal history. This is because the records are sealed and it does not count as a conviction.
Can adjudication withheld be cleared off your record?
It still is on your record, only it does not show up as a conviction, you are just not declared guilty of the offense.
In the state of Michigan is it possible to have a misdemeanor set aside if it is less than one year since the conviction?
If it has been less than five years since the date of your conviction or adjudication, you cannot get your criminal record expunged now. You must wait until five years have passed from the date of your conviction or from the date of your juvenile adjudication. You may be able to get an expungement once the five years are up. See link below:
Can vote in Florida with a felony conviction?
yes you can
