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Does reckless driving show up on a background check?
I got convicted of reckless driving recently and I’m really nervous that it’ll stop me from getting jobs in the future. Will the charge show up on a background check, or is it just on my traffic record?
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Unfortunately, reckless driving charges will show up on a background check as long as it is charged as a misdemeanor. This is because reckless driving is typically a criminal offense, so it will be listed on your criminal record as well as your
driving record
.However, some employers won’t care as much about a reckless driving offense, especially if you won’t have to drive for your job. While a reckless driving charge might make it more difficult to find a job within certain career fields, there will still be options available to you. Try not to worry too much!
Another effect of reckless driving is a rise in your insurance rate. Luckily, the
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