<p>In light of the situation, my son has decided NOT to apply to universities this year… he has decided to take a couple years out, get a job, gain some independence, and learn responsibility. When he continues his education in the future, he will be entirely honest on his college apps about his DUI. (Btw, yes, he was stopped because his tail light was out.)</p>
<p>Sounds like a careful, thoughful choice. Best wishes to S.</p>
<p>Good luck to your S, mumofone.</p>
<p>Better option is to seek a lawyer help where he can defend your son with getting heavy penalties and fines… And I’m really sorry for your son</p>
<p>This is a three year old thread. The OP doesn’t need any advice at this point…</p>
<p>Some schools are using some criminal background checks.</p>
<p>[UW</a> may soon use criminal history in admissions decisions | Local & Regional | Seattle](<a href=“http://www.komonews.com/news/local/UW-may-soon-use-criminal-history-in-admissions-decisions-191510771.html]UW”>http://www.komonews.com/news/local/UW-may-soon-use-criminal-history-in-admissions-decisions-191510771.html)</p>
<p>[Probing</a> Students’ Pasts | Inside Higher Ed](<a href=“http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2010/07/01/background]Probing”>http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2010/07/01/background)</p>
<p>Does anyone know if you have to report it if you get a diversion?</p>
<p>This thread is almost three years old and is now closed.
Please start a new thread if you wish to start a new discussion.</p>