Earlier quoted context omitted.
I recall being asked on a job application whether I was ever arrested, regardless of conviction . In some places, mere involvement with law enforcement is taboo.
Would it be possible to verify if you lied answering that question?
Maybe not right away, but 5 years down the road when you're in an ugly power struggle with some other jerk for a middle management position HR might get an anonymous tip about how you lied on your resume.