criminal record

noun

Meaning

An official document maintained by the government that lists all of a person's past convictions for illegal acts.

Examples

He was denied the job because his criminal record showed a history of theft.
Some countries restrict travel for individuals who have a serious criminal record.

Synonyms: rap sheet, police record, conviction history

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criminal record

noun

Pronunciation: ˈkrɪmɪnl ˈrɛkərd

Definition

An official document maintained by the government that lists all of a person's past convictions for illegal acts.

Examples

He was denied the job because his criminal record showed a history of theft.
Some countries restrict travel for individuals who have a serious criminal record.

Synonyms of criminal record

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