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  1. #1
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    Default Is Possession of an Open Container a Criminal Offense

    About 7 months ago I was arrested for an open container in public on a college campus. I showed up in court, pled guilty, and paid a $50 fine. The ticket said that I was charged with violating a "Town Ordinance." Does anybody know if this counts as a "criminal offense?" I need to know this as it is pertinent to finding a job for myself. Thanks for any help.

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    Default Re: Criminal Offense or Not

    It might help to know the state you are in.

    - Carl

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    Default Re: Criminal Offense or Not

    My mistake, state is NY. Town is Harrison.

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    Default Re: Criminal Offense or Not

    It's considered a violation which is not a criminal conviction .Most jobs applications ask have you ever been convicted of a crime or have you ever plead guilty to a misdemeanor or felony.You can answer no to either of those questions.Occasionally I have seen have you ever been convicted of any offenses besides a minor traffic violation,then you would have to list that.

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