Disclose misdemeanor on pre-employment application?

[bombaybabe]

In 2000, I had a shoplifting misdemeanor. In a pre-employment application for a job that I know I am qualified for, do I have to disclose these details for the background check? The misdemeanor was in a different state than where I currently reside. The job application is looking for things in the past 7 years - e.g. 7 years of residence history, 7 years of past employment. Since my conviction was 8 years ago, will they still check?

 

[presutin]

Yeap, they will.

 

[bombaybabe]

Thank you. Is it appropriate to check the box for "Yes" and in the "Provide details" section, I could say I can disclose actual details during the interview? Or will they need the full details for the background check?

 

[jacksgal]

That would be up to you but a petty theft 8 years ago may not keep you from being hired except maybe in retail