Juvenile Record - What are the consequences of having a juvenile record?

Question

What are the consequences of having a juvenile record and how does it affect you presently and in the future?

Answer

It may depend on the charge(s) for which you were adjudicated.  Many juvenile offenses are now reported to the state's criminal history reporting division; these are available when a criminal history check is done.  A juvenile record may be factored into sentencing if a person commits offenses as an adult; it may affect a person's ability to enlist for military service; it may impact a person's ability to obtain employment or certain types of employment.  In short, there are many ways a juvenile record may potentially impact a person's future.

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Last Updated:  12-17-05

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