Deferred adjudication, felons and jobs

Do felons list “Deferred Probation” on Job Applications?

Hello,

I'm sorry to bother but I saw your address on a web page and I had to ask you a question. I hope you can help. I was arrested in 2008 and given 2 years of probation. After successfully completing my probation, I was placed on deferred adjudication. The problem is that I really need a job and I a worried I could be affected for the rest of my life.

My questions are: If an employer checks my record will it show? How can I possibly fix this situation? Can an expungement help? How can I obtain a job? I would really appreciate your response.

Andres


Hello Andres,

In reference to your deferred adjudication, you must consider the conditions of your deferment. In most instances, once the conditions are met (typically a fine and probation,) the charges are dismissed. They will however appear on background checks as charges but not convictions. Anybody doing a background check (other than law enforcement,the court system, and government agencies) will only see the charges. Employers typically are only concerned about convictions. With that being said, I'm not sure what effect it is having on your ability to find a job. Expungement maybe an option in your state. If it is, then employers won't be able to see even the charges. As I often suggest to ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs, legal assistance may help them clean up their records. You may find low-cost or even no-cost legal help at your local legal aid office.

In reference to getting jobs, Take a look at the video below.

 Where can ex-offenders and convicted felons find jobs

I hope this helps.

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For Ex-offenders and Felons: Start a Business or Get a Job?

Felons have options looking for jobs

 
I get many questions from ex-offenders and felons concerning getting jobs.  Sometimes getting jobs is not the best choice for ex-offenders and felons. Starting a business has advantages that traditional jobs do not.  You may have skills that could turn into a successful career or be the start of a great new business. Ex-offenders and felons must weigh the options to determine what is best for them.

There are pros and cons to both choices.

 

Having a Job 

Benefits - Many full-time and some part-time jobs offer company-sponsored benefits. Frequently, the combined value of these benefits is worth a third or more of the dollar figure salary. Some of these benefits include 401(k) retirement plans,  Health/Dental Care and and paid sick and vacation days.  These are very valuable reasons to have a job.

Skill Building - Most jobs are valuable opportunities to learn skills that can be used to advance at the place you are working or take advantage of opportunities later.

It Creates a Routine - Regular jobs create routines that could be valuable to ex-offenders and felons.  A regular routine makes it easier to plan one's personal life and leaves less time for the types of things that led to trouble in the past.

Steady Income - I job provides a steady income you can count on.  Over time there may be raises and opportunity for growth.

Starting a Business

Be Your Own Boss - With your own business, you are the boss.  Some people really dislike following the orders of other people. 

Unlimited Income - With a job, you are limited to your hourly wage.  Having your own business, your income is determined by your success.  Your future is in your own hands

Make Your Own Hours - Your own business would allow you to set your own hours and work whenever you wish.  You decide how much work you do, when you go to work, when you quit for the day, when you take a vacation, and how long the lunch break will be.

Personal Satisfaction - A sense of accomplishment that comes with starting and building a business from the ground up is wonderful thing. Self-employed people take pride in the services and products they offer and being able to create the living they want.

For a better understanding of what it would take and the pros and cons of business ownership, ex-offenders and felons should speak to people who have done it.  There are benefits to both working at a job and owning a business.  Find out what is best for you.

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Felon wants job as firefighter

Felon needs job search advice

Hello,

I came across your website and I need some guidance for my boyfriend. He has a felony he got when he was 17 for a drug charge. He completed his time and now hes 25 years and has been doing great. He's a car salesman but he works a lot and we have a little boy with whom he wants to spend more time with. He would love to be a firefighter. Or something of the sort... I know his felony stops him from doing a lot but he really has changed. We live in Texas? Do have any suggestions or know anyone we can speak to? We just need to figure out where to start.

Diana,



Hello Diana,

Your boyfriend has a job so he is ahead of the game.  The best time to find a job is when you already have one.

I do know of ex-offenders and felons who have gotten jobs as firefighters. The decision to hire individuals rest upon the respective municipalities. I suggest your boyfriend inquire with the jurisdiction he wishes to serve in as to his eligibility.

he should speak to the firefighters themselves to find out how they got to where they are.  As I also suggest to ex-offenders and felons who want to work for the public is to contact elected officials and ask for information. He should express his desire to be employed and once again become a productive member of society. Elected officials have staff members that answer letters and respond to inquiries from citizens. Officials that could offer assistance are: Mayors, Council Members, Commissioners, Aldermen, Board Members, Assemblymen, and Judges. He should not ask for a job. He should only ask for suggestions about how someone like him could be a firefighter.

I hope this helps.


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Ex-offenders and felons can consider tech careers

Felons can find jobs

We appreciate what you do for us, thanks a lot. I'm a violent ex-offender in vocational school in Florida for HVAC. I have an armed bank robbery charge, 1st time offender. I also am bilingual in Spanish. I want to eventually start my own business but my charge makes it difficult for me to do residential air conditioning. I'm aware I could do commercial but it seems to be a lot of obstacles for me to even get into the field with my charge and even more issues getting a contractors license later due to money and my charge. Therefore, I've been considering auto mechanic technician course, where it appears there will be less of a hassle to get work and start my own business in that.

So my question is, is it possible to get a really good opportunity as a auto mechanic tech with decent money and to start my own business in that despite my background or will I have better chances sticking to HVAC. Brother, I'm at the crossroads on this. I don't have a problem educating myself for a better life. It's just, being correct in the education for the situation that is. I could seriously take some sound advice and suggestions from you. I really appreciate this outlet you have provided for me and others.

Thanks man!

A: Hello,

First of all, are you certain you cannot get a contractor's license? I meet too many ex-offenders and felons that assume that they are not eligible for certain types of employment because of their backgrounds.   To be sure you can, contact the licensing board to inquire if your conviction prohibits you from being licensed. You can contact them here:

Division of Professions
Construction Industry Licensing Board
1940 North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783

http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/pro/cilb/index.html


With the large Hispanic population in Florida, there is opportunity for you to build a good HVAC business. Even if you choose an automotive career, you can either get a job working for larger automotive maintenance shops (Sears, Pep Boys, Strauss,) dealerships, independent garages or you could even start small and build a list of customers.

Technical careers are a great alternative to jobs for felons and ex-offenders.

I hope this helps.

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Female felon in MD needs job assistance

Female felon looking for job search help

Hello my name is Heather and I have a felony conviction for Theft. This happened in 2008 but charges did not get filed until Dec. 2009 and my conviction date was not until March 2010. The job I was working at had to let me go because the felony made me ineligible to work at the assisted living home. They are currently paying me unemployment because this charge had nothing to do with my job. My unemployment is about to run out and I have not been able to get passed the interview once they ask about my background. I live in Maryland and there are not many places to assist women with felonies to find work. My probation office definitely was no help at all.

I have experience in customer service, data entry, elderly caregiving, driving 15-passenger buses and a bachelor's degree in business. What do you suggest I do to try to find employment? I am willing to start fresh with a new career option if need be.



Hello Heather,

The only organization in Maryland that I know of that provide services specifically for female ex-offenders and felons is the National Women's Prison Project.

You will find more information here:

http://www.nwpp-inc.com/

 Don't forget your local One-stop Career Center as one of the best resources to help ex-offenders and felons get jobs.  There you will find a number of free services that can help you not only get get a job but possibly training for a new career.  There trained counselors that will provide one-on-one help.  Many counselors have experience helping ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs and know of employers who will hire them.  You can find your nearest One-stop Career Center here:

www.servicelocator.org

I hope this helps.


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