: a known record of having been arrested in the past for committing a crime
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Martinez’s criminal record dates back to at least 2005 and includes convictions for gun possession, robbery, and drug trafficking, according to court filings.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
13 Aug. 2026 During Monday's hearing, it was revealed that neither man has a prior criminal record.—
Ashley Paul,
CBS News,
10 Aug. 2026 Gun ownership is legal in Thailand with a license, although a person must fit certain criteria, including being at least 20 years old and not having a serious criminal record.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2026 Prior to last month’s arrest, Tapia had no criminal record beyond traffic violations.—
Austin Horn,
Miami Herald,
7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for criminal record