⚖️ Meta Description: Non-citizens facing reckless driving charges in Alabama must understand the severe immigration consequences, including how pretrial release and diversion programs can still count as a “conviction” under federal law. Learn the risks to your green card and naturalization process. For non-citizens residing in the United States, a brush with the criminal justice […]
Meta Summary: Navigating Your Criminal History A conviction record, also known as a summary criminal history or “rap sheet,” is a formal documentation of a person’s criminal offenses, including felonies, misdemeanors, and other dispositions. Beyond direct sentencing, the existence of this record creates severe “collateral consequences” in employment, housing, and civil rights. Understanding how these
Meta Summary A conviction record, often called a criminal record or “rap sheet,” can create significant barriers to employment, housing, and civil rights. This guide provides a professional overview of what constitutes a conviction record, its collateral consequences, and the critical legal procedures—such as expungement and record sealing—that offer a pathway toward a fresh start