What is the impact of a juvenile offender's criminal record on future job prospects?

A juvenile offender’s criminal record can have a long-term impact on future job prospects. In Washington, juvenile criminal records are not accessible to the general public so trying to get a job later on may have some challenges. However, juvenile offenders have a few options available to them. In Washington, juveniles may be able to obtain a “Certificate of Relief” or a “Certificate of Absolute and Unconditional Discharge” which are documents that can prevent employers from accessing a juvenile’s criminal record. After turning 18, some juvenile records may be expunged which removes the criminal record from the public view. However, expungement does not guarantee that employers will not find out about the prior offenses. Employers may also require their job applicants to disclose any prior criminal records, regardless of if they were sealed or expunged. This means that even having a Certificate of Relief or a Certificate of Absolute and Unconditional Discharge may not prevent an employer from discovering the juvenile offense. In Washington, it is illegal for employers to discriminate against someone solely because they have a juvenile criminal record. If an employer does not hire someone based on their juvenile record, the applicant can file a civil suit for discrimination or contact the Washington Human Rights Commission. In conclusion, a juvenile offender’s criminal record can have a lasting impact on future job prospects. However, depending on the offense and the age of the juvenile, there are options available to help protect and obscure a juvenile’s criminal record to give them a better chance at securing employment opportunities.

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