Background Worries

I recently graduated and obtained my CDL. Not bragging but was top of my class for what it's worth. That said, I have an issue in my background pertaining to an overzealous WM associate and a self checkout that failed to scan a pack of $7.69 chicken and ended up getting me a shoplifting charge on my background. I'm worried this will affect me getting a good driving job on top of being very embarrassing. Anyone else have a small misdemeanor but had success? My MVR and everything else is fine. I'm sure I will be a good driver. Just worried about this haunting me forever. Thanks for any advise. Quite depressed at this point.

I recently graduated and obtained my CDL. Not bragging but was top of my class for what it's worth. That said, I have an issue in my background pertaining to an overzealous WM associate and a self checkout that failed to scan a pack of $7.69 chicken and ended up getting me a shoplifting charge on my background. I'm worried this will affect me getting a good driving job on top of being very embarrassing. Anyone else have a small misdemeanor but had success? My MVR and everything else is fine. I'm sure I will be a good driver. Just worried about this haunting me forever. Thanks for any advise. Quite depressed at this point.

If it's a misdemeanor you shouldn't have much to worry about. Felonies are usually what causes the most trouble. However, a felony doesn't necessarily disqualify you from getting a job either. It depends on the charge, how long ago it was, and what the company determines as being a risk for pre-hire. If you're that worried about it, you should research second chance companies and apply to as many as possible. Good luck

I recently graduated and obtained my CDL. Not bragging but was top of my class for what it's worth. That said, I have an issue in my background pertaining to an overzealous WM associate and a self checkout that failed to scan a pack of $7.69 chicken and ended up getting me a shoplifting charge on my background. I'm worried this will affect me getting a good driving job on top of being very embarrassing. Anyone else have a small misdemeanor but had success? My MVR and everything else is fine. I'm sure I will be a good driver. Just worried about this haunting me forever. Thanks for any advise. Quite depressed at this point.

If it's a misdemeanor you shouldn't have much to worry about. Felonies are usually what causes the most trouble. However, a felony doesn't necessarily disqualify you from getting a job either. It depends on the charge, how long ago it was, and what the company determines as being a risk for pre-hire. If you're that worried about it, you should research second chance companies and apply to as many as possible. Good luck

It was a situation where an item didn't scan and I thought it did, as well as no error message when bagged. So the weight checker didn't say anything to the contrary in a self checkout at the super store we all love (WM). My attorney advised me it would be simpler to plead guilty than fight big supermarket. It's just very embarrassing to have it on my record and be labeled "shoplifting" when it was not intentional. Just very afraid I worked so hard to become a good driver up to this point and have my future impacted. I no longer use self checkouts. Thanks for your advise.

How long ago did it happen? Time seems to heal most issues, there are folks who have been convicted for murder, done their time, and are out motoring today.

First, I would talk to a different attorney and see if you can get that expunged. You should not have a problem with most companies. Most companies have the information on their websites as to driver qualifications. Just be honest on your application and if there is room to explain, do so. Also, contact a recruiter for that company and ask them. Just be honest with them. You can also use this, Apply For Truck Driving Jobs, and send out an application to every company in one shot. Good luck.

How long ago did it happen? Time seems to heal most issues, there are folks who have been convicted for murder, done their time, and are out motoring today.

It was a misdemeanor and happened in 09/2015. $7.69 not scanning cost me $1100 in probation, 20 hrs of community service and of course they let me pay for the item after all that. And now I feel labeled and ruined. I realize I'm speaking out of fear and not knowing how this company will view this. I really want this job I have applied for. I've been up front about it. Just worried. I graduated 2 weeks ago. I need to be driving and providing for my family.

I think I would have found a different​ attorney. Youch. But yeah, just be honest about it. I don't think it will cause too many problems. Some companies might say no, but I'd bet many would give you a yes.

First, I would talk to a different attorney and see if you can get that expunged. You should not have a problem with most companies. Most companies have the information on their websites as to driver qualifications. Just be honest on your application and if there is room to explain, do so. Also, contact a recruiter for that company and ask them. Just be honest with them. You can also use this, Apply For Truck Driving Jobs, and send out an application to every company in one shot. Good luck.

I think I would have found a different​ attorney. Youch. But yeah, just be honest about it. I don't think it will cause too many problems. Some companies might say no, but I'd bet many would give you a yes.

Thank you all for the positive replies. The only way I know to be is honest. The Good Lord will work it out. I jus really need to be working and looking forward to driving and doing my best for myself and family. Be safe out there!