criminal record
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When Nix was first released from prison, about 20 years ago, she said she suffered depression when her criminal record caused her problems keeping a job.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Offences can be disclosed during criminal record checks, which can affect job opportunities.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
The court said it had taken Kim's lack of a prior criminal record into account in its sentencing.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
Federal public defenders assigned to Allen after he submitted a financial affidavit to the court requesting representation noted that Allen has no prior criminal record, a factor in determining a criminal suspect’s handling before trial.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026
With his criminal record struck off, he could apply to medical college when the war was over, or even go for a commission now in the Medical Corps.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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