In many cases, no—especially if the arrest did not lead to a conviction or is outdated.
The FCRA, along with some state laws, restricts how long non-conviction arrests can appear on a background check (typically 7 years). Employers must also consider the relevance and age of the record before making a hiring decision.
🛑 If you were denied a job over an outdated or irrelevant arrest, that may be illegal.
👉 Call the Law Office of Balam O. Letona to evaluate your case and fight back against unfair hiring practices.
