My question involves criminal records for the state of: California
At age 12 did some vandelism at school and got arrested. Was released to my parents. Never went to court, but got a letter to go see a probation officer, who made me do some community service. No legal problems since. During my 3rd year in college I applied to expunge my records. Got lawer, paid him 1800 bucks, and he set a court date. Never went to court...he called me and said the records were sealed, and sent me the paperwork from the court. Lawyer told me I never have to mention this on any job application, or on any application for medical school. Got into medical school, and never mentioned this to anyone....except for when I applied for a CA medical license. Got the medical liscence without a problem.
Now I am finishing my medical residency, and applying for a job. They are doing a backround check, and are asking me to identify any criminal record....even if they were expunged. Should I mention this? Can they every use this for grounds to fire me, or not hire me if they somehow get access to my records?
This is the first time I was asked to include such info, even if the records were expunged.
Thanks for your help

