Criminal Background Question on app

TXArtemis
Tue, 11 Sep 2012 09:51:59 +0000

^ Hmmm. sallyawp makes an interesting point. I agree you should save copies of any explanation ever made to facilitate consistency in future explanations.

But I’d still argue against revealing something when you’re not required. Every application stands on its own wording. If you can truthfully answer a question as asked without revealing something that triggers a flag, do it. For example, some law schools do recognize “expunged means expunged,” see, e.g., this excerpt from the University of Texas law school application: An applicant does not need to disclose information about a juvenile or criminal record that has been sealed or expunged; however, it is up to each applicant to ensure that his/her offense is in fact expunged and/or sealed under the relevant state law. Application Procedures | Admissions and Financial Aid | Texas Law;