DP application with very old criminal conviction

[sing_move]

I apologize if this has already been addressed in a previous forum. If it has I’ve been unable to find it. I am applying for a DP and have a 20+ year old shoplifting conviction. I have never had issues with this conviction causing issues with anything job related in the US. I’ve also been approved for US global entry as well – although I did disclose this and it did show up in their background check – so I know it is probably still out there and searchable. My spouse’s EP application is very strong – executive level position – high salary, etc. for whatever that is worth. What are the chances that my application will be rejected and if it is was what other options do I have (any other visa’s I could apply for etc)? I have a US passport. Thanks for any help / guidance.

[The Ref]

From memory it only asks if you have had a criminal conviction in the last X years (which I think was 7 years). I had to get a criminal history but that was for the company I was hired by, not the Government.
Basically the DP is the best chance you have other than your own Employment Pass or Investors pass.

[sing_move]

thanks for your reply The Ref. Unfortunately the question is "Have you ever been convicted in a court of law in any country?" so there is no time limit as to how far back they go apparently. For global entry they also stated the question this way but in reality they only go back 10 years. Didn't know if it was a similar situation here.

[PNGMK]

I would disclose it. I doubt it will cause issues. Not disclosing it and have it turn up will be far worse.

[sundaymorningstaple]

Disclose it. It should not impact a DP application, but not disclosing it and having it turn up definitely will.

[sing_move]

thank you PNGMK and sundaymorningstaple for your replies. I do plan on disclosing it. It is reassuring to know that you don't think this will cause issues for me. Appreciate your time.

[PNGMK]

Singapore has a fairly progressive view on these matters surprisingly. They believe far more in rehabilitation than life long punitive measures... except for drug traffickers.