As an expert in legal matters, I can provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how restraining orders may appear on one's record. It's important to differentiate between the types of restraining orders and their potential impact on a person's background check.

**Restraining Orders and Background Checks:**


1. Criminal Background Checks: If the restraining order is issued as part of a criminal proceeding, it can show up on a criminal background check. This is because criminal background checks include information about arrests, convictions, and sometimes even pending charges or legal orders related to criminal activity.


2. Civil Background Checks: On the other hand, if the restraining order is non-criminal in nature, such as a civil no-contact order stemming from a dispute between individuals, it typically will not show up on a criminal background check. However, it is still a matter of public record.


3. Public Records: Regardless of whether the restraining order is criminal or civil, it is entered into the public record. This means that if someone conducts a detailed search of your name or your husband's name, the restraining order may come up in the search results.


4. Employment Background Checks: Many employers run background checks as part of their hiring process. While a non-criminal restraining order might not appear on a criminal background check, if an employer is thorough, they may discover it through a more comprehensive search or by requesting additional information.


5. Credit Reports: Restraining orders do not typically appear on credit reports, as these are focused on financial history and creditworthiness.


6. Professional Licensing Boards: For certain professions, licensing boards may conduct their own background checks, which could include a search for restraining orders if they are relevant to the profession.

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Immigration and Travel: In some cases, immigration authorities or when applying for visas, a detailed background check may reveal the existence of a restraining order, which could impact an individual's ability to travel or immigrate.

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Sealing or Expunging Orders: In certain jurisdictions, it may be possible to have a restraining order sealed or expunged from the public record under specific circumstances. This is a complex legal process and would require the advice of a legal professional.

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Impact on Future Legal Matters: A restraining order, whether criminal or civil, could potentially be brought up in future legal proceedings if it is relevant to the case at hand.

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Privacy Concerns: While the order itself is public, the specifics of the case and personal details are often protected to ensure the privacy of the individuals involved.

In conclusion, the visibility of a restraining order on a background check depends on the nature of the order and the thoroughness of the check being conducted. It's always best to consult with a legal professional to understand how a restraining order may affect one's record and what steps can be taken to address any concerns.

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If the restraining order is non criminal, then it wont show up on a criminal background check. However, a civil no contact order is still of public record. If they do a name search for you or your husband, it will probably come up in the search.Nov 7, 2012read more >>