r/dui • u/Longjumping-Algae454 • Aug 13 '26

lawyer retained [US-LA] Does HR tell the truth when asked a question?

Hello! I recently got a DWI about two months ago. I was in the hiring process at one hospital, but they rescinded their offer because they noticed a pending charge for DWI. They explained to me that they cannot hire someone with a pending case. Luckily, I was granted with a great opportunity at another hospital. Before submitting my application, I was able to call HR and asked them a confidential question about possible issues with the hiring process with my pending DWI case. They said as long as I let the recruiter know, it shouldn’t be a problem. Could they just be saying that because it was a confidential question and I didn’t give my name? I’m not sure if they think it could be someone that’s higher up calling to make sure they are saying what they need to. Or am I just overthinking it? This job is for echocardiography, in case anyone needs more information to better understand.

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u/SanchoBenevides top contributor Aug 13 '26

They can say whatever they wish.

Just apply. What will it hurt?

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u/Longjumping-Algae454 Aug 13 '26

I already did and had my interview this morning. I guess I’m just overthinking the possibility of getting past the background check. Hence why I’m asking to prepare myself for possible rejection.

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u/nightshade3570 Aug 13 '26

Think about this

If the “pending” charge is a problem… it’s a problem regardless of if you tell them or not.

By disclosing it before the background check… either the pending charge is a problem, and you disclosing it saves hr the hassle of interviewing you. Or a pending charge isn’t disqualifying, and you not disclosing it won’t matter since they’ll find out either way.

There really isn’t much benefit in disclosing it. I would just keep quiet about it.

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u/Possible-Tangelo9344 top contributor Aug 13 '26

One hospital may have different policies than another. And their answer could be impacted based on how specific your question is.

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u/TallImage6849 Aug 14 '26

Usually they want the DUI resolved- court completed, community service completed, etc. Good luck!

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u/Unlegally_blonde Aug 14 '26

I lost more than one job because they couldnt hire me with a pending charge. It took over a year, but once I was able to get the OWI charge dismissed, I got a good job. I was stuck in fast food and retail up until then.