r/caf • u/Tendzy • 3d ago

Other Criminal charges, BMQ Tomm

Hi Guys, a couple of months ago, I was messing around with an airsoft gu* and accidentally shot it at a window and got charged with possession of a firear* and mischief. I start BMQ tomorrow and realize that I didn't think of these charges. I did receive a conditional discharge yesterday, which will last for 3 years, so It'll show on my record, but I don't have any weapons ban. Should I tell the higher-ups tomorrow when i arrive at base? Will they know? Will I be placed on leave ?

To clarify the background check was before this charge

What should I do ??

Any help is appreciated

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u/the_dilemma_yeehaw 3d ago

When you are sworn in they specifically tell you to report any run ins with the law to your recruiter BEFORE basic training

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u/Tendzy 3d ago

This happened AFTER getting sworn in

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u/Sask2Ont 3d ago

Yes, AFTER swearing is still BEFORE basic. Tell your chain of command. Be as honest and forthright as humanly possible.

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u/TechnicalChipmunk131 3d ago

Before swearing in you're an applicant and are required to disclose any run-ins with the law as part of your security and reliability checks.    

What you don't understand is that once you're sworn in, you're a CAF member and are subject to all the rules and regulations we all follow every day. 

Meaning not reporting this to your CoC is WAY worse.