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Joining The Military With A Juvenile Record

A question often asked by younger clients is whether they will be able to join the military with a juvenile record. Specifically, they want to know how a juvenile record will affect their chances of enlisting and if they should disclose their record when they try to enlist. The answer is—it depends. It depends on the type of offense and the disposition of the case. It also depends on whether the records were sealed, the likelihood of getting a military waiver, and what the applicant discloses during the enlistment process. Read More…