California Diversion Charge Visibility

Summary

In California, a criminal charge dismissed through diversion generally does not appear on standard employer background checks, such as for a Walmart cashier position. However, exceptions may apply for sensitive jobs or specific checks. If asked about criminal history, disclosure might be necessary. For personalized advice, consult a legal professional.

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Yea, i just got a job offer as a walmart cashier and was curious if that will show up
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In California, if a criminal charge is dismissed via diversion, it generally should not appear on a standard employer background check. However, certain positions or checks might still reveal it depending on specific circumstances.
Is there anything specific about your case that you are concerned about?
What are the circumstances
In California, if a criminal charge is dismissed via diversion, it typically won't show up on a standard employer background check. However, certain circumstances might reveal it:
- Type of job: Sensitive positions (e.g., law enforcement, finance) might have more thorough checks.
- Disclosure: If you are asked about your criminal history, you may need to disclose it even if dismissed.
Do you have any specific concerns about the background check process?
No
For a cashier position at Walmart, a dismissed criminal charge via diversion in California is unlikely to appear on a standard background check. You usually don't need to worry about it being revealed.
If you have concerns about disclosure requirements or specific details of your case, consider consulting with a legal professional for personalized advice.