<p>I realize I should probably talk to a lawer, but I just thought I'd throw this out there. I was cited for driving w/out a license about 4 years ago, a misdemeaner. I requested a certificate of disposition, and it states that I was fined, but says nothing about a conviction. At first I thought I plead guilty, but honestly I can't remember for sure at this point. I was also arrested for misdemeanor posession of marijuana a while back. I plead no contest and was fined. Must I list these incidents when asked if I've been convicted of a crime? </p>
<p>The answer is no; I know several people in similar situations and no one has mentioned them on an application. It's never been a problem, either.</p>
<p>Keep in mind that your bigger issue may be getting admitted to your state's bar. They usually check your record more thoroughly that law schools do. I doubt if these two incidents would keep you out of law school, but not reporting them on your law school application and then having your state bar find out about them may very well keep you from being admitted to the bar. </p>
<p>Also, law school applications may ask if you've every been charged or convicted of certain things. You have been charged, and would need to list and explain the charges. I suggest you get all of your court documents showing the disposition of your cases and include them with your application.</p>
<p>I know if you are in any way associated with investments and have to register with NASD, you will be asked if you've ever been arrested and if caught lying, can lose your license. If the arrest happens after you have your license, you are required to file an amendment.
It's not to be taken lightly. A NASD official gave examples of misdemeanor arrests and stressed the importance of being truthful.
I expect the state bar associations to be no different.</p>