Criminal records and cautions

[star2858]

I used a bus about 7 months ago with a child travelcard...being a student and short of money. I was given a caution. How will this affect me? Anybody know? I am currently studying to do a law degree and this may affect me though it was a silly childish mistake and I do not want it to deter my future.

[Law Man1856]

Star
I assume you are over 17 and therefore an adult.
You were cautioned which is a police record not a criminal conviction.
Law degree and later solicitor or other legal job will be subject to an enhanced CRB check.
The caution is very current and would therefore show an the disclosure - however the weight it is given by your employer will be a matter for that firm. The circumstances you describe would lead me to believe that it would not adversely effect your future employment but you must to totally honest about it when to apply.

GOOD LUCK

[star2858]

Hi, thanks for your help. Ideally, in such a situations, law firms would probably choose a standard check because city firm lawyers are not really in contact with vulnerable adults, children etc

[stud_monkey]

people like you will bring the death of civilisation as we all know it. Shame on you

[star2858]

To err is human, to forgive is divine. Your attitude is one that'll cost you someday. Fool

[stud_monkey]

Look out for your first year elective titled 'Irony - how to detect it and not take it too seriously'

[weas]

try practice what you preach!! your own fault we have all been broke ,but we do not all break the law!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[dinger128]

Your caution will remain disclosable 3 years. If you are studying for a degree (3 years) the caution should expire by the time you get onto the job market, so it's nothing to worry about.

Oh, and next time have the right change!