Misdemeanor Clarification

[ME1221]

Hi SDN,

I have been browsing the forums looking for an answer to my question, but am still in need of some clarity. Not sure if the language has changed over the years or what. Under misdemeanor the application states:

You must indicate if you have ever been convicted of, or pleaded guilty or no contest to, a misdemeanor crime, excluding (1) any offense for which you were adjudicated as a juvenile, (2) any convictions that have been expunged or sealed by a court, or (3) any misdemeanor convictions for which you completed any probation and for which the court dismissed the case (in states where applicable).

A couple of years ago, I received a summons due to intoxication by a minor. I went to court and was 'sentenced' to community service, which I completed with the thought that this was dismissed. Would this mean that the circumstance falls under #3 and need not be reported on the application?

Thanks in advance all!

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[chaim123]

No. It seems that you were found guilty and sentenced to community service, as opposed to deferring guilt pending probation. You need to declare.

 

[SpartanWolverine]

The key to this is whether or not you 'thought' it was dismissed or it was actually dismissed. As posted above the community service may have been a form of punishment (i.e., in lieu of jail time) but not necessarily probation/dismissal. You need to be sure about this.

 

[lpp06]

You should seek clarification on what the disposition of the case is, and if you still are confused - seek the advice of a legal professional

 

[ME1221]

If it was punishment rather than probation, what is the best way to handle this with the AAMC?

 

[ciestar]

If it was punishment rather than probation, what is the best way to handle this with the AAMC?

Probation technically is still punishment. You'd have to report it

 

[HomeSkool]

You'll report it, adcoms will say "lolz ok whutevs", and that'll be that. If they'll look past a weed IA, they'll look past this.

 

[JohnJacobJungler]

Alternatively, OP you can also run a background check through certiphi, though it'll cost you. That way you can see exactly the report that an adcom will see and plan your responses accordingly.

 

[Robin-jay]

Most likely have to report. Not a bog deal.

 

[nomdeplume1234]

Hi SDN,

I have been browsing the forums looking for an answer to my question, but am still in need of some clarity. Not sure if the language has changed over the years or what. Under misdemeanor the application states:

You must indicate if you have ever been convicted of, or pleaded guilty or no contest to, a misdemeanor crime, excluding (1) any offense for which you were adjudicated as a juvenile, (2) any convictions that have been expunged or sealed by a court, or (3) any misdemeanor convictions for which you completed any probation and for which the court dismissed the case (in states where applicable).

A couple of years ago, I received a summons due to intoxication by a minor. I went to court and was 'sentenced' to community service, which I completed with the thought that this was dismissed. Would this mean that the circumstance falls under #3 and need not be reported on the application?

Thanks in advance all!

you should contact the court to see if you can get a copy of any paperwork that might clarify your question.