My question involves criminal records for the state of: Florida
My question is,
Is it possible to have a dismissed (nolle pros) charge of petit theft/defrauding an innkeeper less than $300 expunged in the state of Florida
IF:
The applicant has only one conviction and that was a conviction for reckless driving in the state of South Carolina 4 years prior?
I was recently denied employment because of this dismissed charge showing up on a background check. The case never went to trial and the arrest was made because of a table of 3 guys who left without paying for 2 pitchers. 2 defendants (myself included) had charges dismissed, and 1 defendant (the one who ordered the pitchers) had to enter a diversion program.
From what I understand, the state of Florida will deny an application for expungement if the applicant has ANY previous convictions in ANY state. What are my possible courses of action moving forward? The dismissed charge, even though it was dismissed, still conveys a level of dishonesty that will hinder my ability to secure future employment. I am less worried about the conviction for reckless driving, as I have no interest securing any driving related job.
Are the any non-traditional angles to approach this problem? Any long-shots? ANY help is appreciated.

