Posted by Eric on 9/08/06

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I have a question regarding an employment application. I
am considering going to work for a trucking company, as an
over the road long haul driver, based in SLC, Utah. I
currently reside in Arizona.

20 years ago, I was convicted of a felony crime in WA
state, which I have since had vacated by the same court
that originally sentenced me. The superior court order to
vacate the defendant's record of conviction states that I
am released from all penalties and disabilities resulting
from the offense. (This includes answering questions
relating to criminal convicitions on employment
applications.)

I have talked with a few different recruiters from
different trucking companies and they all say that even if
an applicant has had a record of conviction expunged or
vacated, that he or she is still required to state any
felony conviction on the application. Is this true?

The prospective employer in Utah is asking if I have ever
been convicted of a felony. Should I answer yes, or no?

Any counsel/opinion on this subject would be greatly
appreciated! Thanks.

Re: Employment application, 2/17/07, by Attorney/Nurse.

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