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[quote=Anonymous]I have been working as an in-home Nanny for the past fifteen years.
I have many families that I utilize as references (10+), an Associate Degree (not in Child Development) and I am CPR/First Aid certified (I am always current on these!)

I was arrested on a Domestic Violence charge 21 yrs. ago, spent a night in jail but was never charged for it and have maintained a perfect criminal record since.
I also have a perfect driving record.

Well my current family (18 mo./3YO) is paying me $18/Hr.
The area I live in (SoCal) has a typical starting rate of $22/Hr.

I want to find a new position but am afraid this arrest from two decades ago may negatively affect my chances.
I have been told that arrests do not show up on b/g checks &gt; only convictions - sometimes misdemeanors but always felonies.
Plus one arrest 21 yrs. ago may not be a detriment.

I hate working for such a low wage yet am not sure if I could get a better wage w/this arrest in my past.
For the record, it has not shown up on previous b/g checks but I haven’t had one in about 12 yrs. and was recently told that it might show up w/newer b/g checks.

What should I do??
TIA.[/quote]

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