Will a written warning ticket (for jaywalking) show up on driving records/backgrnd checks/empl. verifications?
A ticket for jaywalking is not a misdemeanor. It is technically called a “civil infraction,” which does not appear on your criminal record. No civil liberties are lost when a civil infraction occurs. These typically involve a small fine or a verbal/written warning. Next highest type of crime is the misdemeanor. These ARE documented on your criminal record, and minimal civil liberty loss occurs. Punishment is typically a modest fine or very minimal jail time. Next highest is a felony. These are (obviously) well-documented on your criminal record, and significant loss of civil liberties usually result (i.e. loss of right to vote, deportation, etc). Conviction of a felony grants you the permanent title of “criminal.” In many states, upon conviction of your third felony, you are incarcerated for life. To answer your question more directly: you will not experience any legal, criminal, or economic impact whatsoever from the warning you received.
