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

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

So all those 1,100 people sitting there at the time in that trailer prison, none of them had a criminal record.

From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026

Those applying must prove they have spent at least five months in the country and not have a criminal record.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

A little legal advice from my cousin: as a young person without immigration status, you must avoid a criminal record at all costs.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi