Sex-offender with deferred adjudication needs a job

Sex-offender with deferred adjudication needs a job

How are you doing?...I'll get to the point. I was received deferred adjudication for aggravated Sexual assault when I was 17...I make no excuses for my actions I was in a very dark place at that time with drugs, liquor, among other things...I plead guilty and received 3 yrs probation and rehab.... Ive since been clean and sober for 9 years.

After rehab my family and I moved to Texas in hopes of starting fresh. I was told I would have to register as a sex offender which at the time I was o.k. with doing...because my probation officer told me before that I never received a tier hearing because the judge believed I had no risk of re-offending (and I'm proud to say I have not since I was 17...I'm 26 now) so although I had to register only law enforcement, courts, and anything fed related could actually see it... But as I found out not soon after that it was very much public record not only was I on quite a few websites on every background check it also shows up...I've tired to get in contact with my old p.o. but when I called the number he gave me the last day of probation i find out he had a heart attack and passed...he was really the only one to really ever try to help me because he knew the whole story...its been extremely hard to find any kind of work here in Texas beside fast food but I have two kids that I have to provide for and I'm running out of options....

The thing is I actually have no problem registering but I was wondering if there is anyway to get myself off these websites or anyway really to get it to a point where its not public at all????

Sex-offender with deferred adjudication needs a job

Hello,

In most cases I would not attempt an answer for a question of this nature because I am not a legal professional. I believe there are other ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs that are in similar situations, I will offer a suggestion.  My understanding of deferred adjudication is, there is an initial plea of guilty. It is my understanding, once the conditions of the deferment are met (typically a fine and probation,) the charges are formally dropped. Since there is no conviction, you may legally answer “no” when the questions asked “Have you been convicted….” The charges although formally dropped, they will still remain as a charge and will appear on background checks as a charge and not a conviction.

If your charge is appearing on registries, there may be a reason that you don't know.
Because this seriously impacts your ability to get a job, I suggest you get legal assistance in first establishing the terms of your deferred adjudication and then what your rights are.  Many ex-offenders and felons who need jobs also need legal advice. I suggest contacting your local legal aid office to get assistance.

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I would like to say thank you first of for the words or encouragement.  I am located in Atlanta GA , I have a theft by conversion charge and I don't really know where to start as far as finding a job, the charge at this time is 5 years old. I am going back to school in Jan for Respiratory Therapy but in between the time I need to work because I have a new baby.  Do you have any advice, I have a back ground in the medical field, retail and tax preparation.

Angie 

 

Help for a Felon in Atlanta

Hello Angie,

Thank you for your kind words. The very first stop for ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs should be the local One-stop Career Center.  In you area it is the Georgia Department of Labor.  There you will find many resources that can help you get a job or insight into where you can go after your training is finished.  Services there can help you to:

• Prepare a resume
• Organize Your Skills
• Know the Job Market
• Learn About Education and Training
• Develop a Marketing Package
• Tap Into the Hidden Job Market
• Talk the Talk: The Interview

Georgia Department of Labor
148 Andrew Young International Boulevard, NE
Suite 276
Atlanta, GA 30303


Georgia Dept of Labor



Another great resource for ex-offenders and felons is Goodwill of North Georgia. Goodwill operates a computerized training center that provides career alternatives for unemployed and underemployed people.  

Goodwill posts weekly listings of local job openings (often not found in the newspaper) to help connect job seekers with employment opportunities. We can also point you to other resources including those on the Web. 

This center also has its own staffing service that places their clients.  You can get more information here:

Goodwill of North Georgia Training Centers


I hope these resources are of help to you.

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Felon seeks job as a Nurse

My name is Elsie. I have never been to prison or the county jail. However, I face some of the same struggles. In May of 1999, I was foolish enough to allow myself to get in an altercation with a neighbor. You have no idea how many times I have wished I could erase those two minutes. That fight has made my life very difficult. I was convicted of a felony for a two minute fight with a neighbor. Now, I am having a very hard time finding a job.

I was a LPN then, and I still hold a license. However, I can not find a job.  When the employers see the felony for criminal trespass, I guess they think I'm
a criminal.  I have made some bad choices. No one made me attack that lady. What's sad is, most of the things I was accused of were lies.  I am not crying over the spilled milk. I'm just pleading for you help any way you can.

I am currently taking classes so I can pursue my RN.   I figured I had let that felony hinder me long enough. I am going after my dreams, BSN. Nevertheless, I sometimes fill a little discouraged. I have recently had to apply for welfare. I keep telling myself, " It's okay. Keep looking to the positive. Don't despair. Things will get better". But, the reality is some times I really want to cry. I am a nurse a heart. This is what I was meant to do. 16 years of providing care and I would love to continue. What's more, I like to earn my way. Welfare kicks rocks.

Please help. Do you have any advice?

P.S.

My recent struggle have made me take a very close look at myself. I needed some time to analyze and reflect. Wow. I have a completely different perspective life. I believe I have done a great deal of growth. I have over 1 1/2 years to reflect. My humility has increased, my insight has broadened, I feel a peace I haven't felt in quite some time. Now, if only I could loop this circle with employment, that would be great. So sorry for writing so much.

Plz
forgive. : )

Felon seeks job as a Nurse

Hello Elsie,

Sorry for you trouble. The good thing is that you still have your license and you conviction has nothing to do with your profession. As with many ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs, you may have to approach the job search a little differently. First I suggest that you look into expungement or sealing of your record. That means that the conviction will only be visible to the court system, law enforcement and government agencies. To get more information about expungement in your state, you should contact your local legal aid office. You may qualify for free legal assistance.

Your difficulty may be a result of these tough economic time rather than your conviction. Employers tend to be more picky when jobs are less plentiful. I would apply for every position you feel qualified for. Even a blind man will hit something if he throws enough rocks. The best place to find job leads is your local One-stop Career Center. Each state has a network of centers that have employment, education, and training services all in one place. There are counselors available that will assist in preparing your resume and provide employment leads for open jobs in your area. There are no fees or charges for these services. You can find the nearest location of the One Stop Career Center in your local Yellow Pages or on the web at

www.servicelocator.org

Lastly, I often suggest to ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs to consider working as a temporary employee as a way of getting a permanent job. Temporary agencies are a great way to quickly get back into the working world. Many employers use agencies to try out new employees before hiring them. There are temp agencies that specialize in health care professionals. Good workers are hard to find. If an employer sees that you are hard working, punctual and fit in well, he may offer the job permanently.

The key to applying for temporary employment for ex-offenders and felons is to apply at smaller independent agencies rather than large national companies. Small independent agencies have fewer hiring restrictions than larger national companies and are free to hire anyone they feel that can help them. You can get a list of these agencies in your local phone directory.

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Hi my name is Kelley and I stumbled upon your address via the website How Felons Can Get Jobs.   I am writing because I am looking to better myself in life. When I was younger I mad a lot of poor choices and now I fear they will affect my future. I am a recovering alcoholic/drug addict, and I have been sober for over 4 years. All of arrests in the past were alcohol and drug related. I have had unfortunately 4 DUI's. The last one being June 28th 2007. That was the night that my life changed for the better. I was arrested and charged with 3 felonies as well as 4 misdemeanors. Assault with a deadly weapon, evading, and possession of a controlled substance. The misdemeanors were DUI, driving on a suspended license and I can't remember the other 2. This was the most terrifying moment in my life and I made a commitment to change my life right then and there. I had bouts with sobriety in the past but this was my bottom. I knew I had to change and that is what I did. From that point on I have lived a clean and sober life, I attended a rehab voluntarily, I actively attend AA meetings as well. I also volunteer in my community. I strive to better myself in any way I can.

Now I am at a crossroads in my life. I am going to be 39 years old in October and I want to go back to school. I have a dream of becoming a paramedic and serving my community. This is a dream that I had when I was younger but I allowed addiction to steal it away from me. I don't want to live in fear of my past anymore. My wife and I are separating and I need to make a decision for myself. So my question is this: have you ever heard of anyone with a similar past like mine becoming a paramedic or even a firefighter. I am in California and I have looked into it. I was told that I could go to school, but I may not be able to get licensed. I also realize that with my age and my past, I may not be a good candidate. I am willing to do whatever I have to do to achieve my goals. I am willing to do the work to show that I have changed my life. I honestly feel that if I do the work then I deserve a second chance. Any advice you can give me would be greatly appreciated.

Thank You,

Kelley

Felon wants Job as Paramedic

Hello Kelley,

That's quite a story. I know of ex-offenders becoming firefighters. Paramedics and firefighters in many communities are separate entities. My understanding is that in California, some firefighters are paramedics Emergency Medical Services Authority. My suggestion is that you contact them to see if you are eligible to be licensed. You can find information as well as how to contact them here:

http://www.emsa.ca.gov/paramedic/files/FrequentlyAskedQuestions.pdf

I hope this helps.
and have to be licensed by the California

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