criminal record

Example Sentences

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The court said it had taken Kim's lack of a prior criminal record into account in its sentencing.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Federal public defenders assigned to Allen after he submitted a financial affidavit to the court requesting representation noted that Allen has no prior criminal record, a factor in determining a criminal suspect’s handling before trial.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

It includes checks on a candidates' credit history and criminal record.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Strong families and strong schools shape habits and values more effectively than the threat of a criminal record ever will.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

"You do understand that a child would not receive as harsh a penalty as an adult would? That there would be no permanent criminal record?"

From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin