The simple and quick answer is yes, all criminal convictions (misdemeanors and felonies) could appear in criminal background checks, at least for a while. The answer is yes; all criminal convictions (misdemeanors and felonies) can show up in criminal background checks, at least for a time.California law prohibits employers from being able to ask about certain types of criminal information and criminal records. The Fair Chance Act prohibits employers from inquiring about an applicant's criminal history before making a conditional job offer. The only way around this disclosure is to have your crime expunged pursuant to California Penal Code section 1203.4. The easy answer is yes; all criminal convictions (misdemeanors and felonies) can appear on criminal background checks, at least for a while. The Law Offices of Daniel E. Kann offers a free initial consultation to anyone facing an infraction, felony or misdemeanor charge in the Los Angeles area.