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I got a felony when I was 18, can I join the military?
It was a first offense, non violent felony and from what I am to understand Arkansas has a first offenders act
a first offender who pleads guilty or nolo contendere to an offense and then successfully completes his probation will thereby avoid any "adjudication of guilt" and, subject to certain specified qualifications, will be deemed never to have committed the offense.
here I am 4 years later, fines are about to be payed off, probation is almost over with no problems.
I am looking to see if joining the military is still a possibility.
I understand that I have made mistakes that were stupid and may hold me back from moving forward in things. so please keep the hate comments to yourself
thank you.
2 Answers
- Anonymous9 years agoFavorite Answer
Jen
Source(s): I know for sure you can't cuz my husband try and he was not able to and he stole his mom car and the case was dropped and he still was not able to go.. - RobertLv 49 years ago
Short answer: Yes.
Although the answer is short, the process is not. You will need a waiver. Some recruiters may not want to jump through hoops for you, be prepared to assist them.
First, you must be completely free and clear of legal obligations. All fines paid and all probation successfully completed. You cannot join if there are any open files on you.
As far as the 'adjudication of guilt' goes, you need to check if the record is sealed. If you were 18 you may have been tried as an adult, and these things have a habit of popping up at the wrong time. Check with your probo officer as to the status of your conviction.
If it is sealed you might be good, if not then you will need a written statement of what happened. Take your time and make it as professional as possible (your recruiter will proof-read it to make sure it is OK.) You will also do an interview about what happened. Be honest and don't look like you're trying to hide something.
The decision is not only based on the conviction, but also the original charges. (For example: if you were charged with multiple felonies but only plead to one, you will need to explain the multiple charges.)
What have you done over the past 4 years? Was there any college or have you been employed? Is there any community involvement? You need to show that even though you took a hit, you got back up and get rolling.
Good luck to you.
Source(s): Active duty Marine Corps. Former recruiter.
