I'm applying for a job with a public agency (in California) that asks the following question on their application form:
"Have you ever been convicted of reckless driving or driving under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs, OR has your Driver's License ever been suspended or revoked as a result of conviction(s) of driving violation(s)?"
Yes/No, if yes list offense and dates.
The answer is yes, DUI, 1983 (or 1984), 6-month (I think) suspension.
I know better than to lie on an application, but this would show that I was young and stupid and that I'm not so young anymore. Is there a time limit on this? Can I say no and disclose if I actually get an interview?
Thank you!

