Meaning of rap sheet | Babel Free

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A printed police record of an individual's citations, arrests, convictions, and incarcerations, usually in a single jurisdiction.

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“Three counts of breaking and entering, four counts of assault, seven misdemeanors for carrying illegal substances, and a partridge in a pear tree,” Paul finished with a smirk, handing the rap sheet to Mason.”

“Seeking a new approach, he applied for an editor position at the Earth First! Journal, an environmental newsletter in Eugene, Ore. His application included a copy of his rap sheet; he was hired immediately.”

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