Can felons with Withheld Adjudication get jobs?

 

Hi,

I am 26 years old and have never been arrested and I am currently in college pursuing a diploma in Allied Health and I was arrested in October for a felony under the wrong title of Unemployment Compensation Fraud even though I tried to explain that I never received any unemployment and showed letter stated the same stating ineligible it didn't matter. So when I went to court I was unable to afford a lawyer and had to settle for a public offender explained that the case was in reference to public assistance which I agreed to make payments because of a simple mistake of reporting a beginning date of employment. I was back and forth with communication with DCF explaining to them that I was no longer employed and a full time student but DCF reported not receiving payments and I was arrested. At court the defender told me State Attorney wanted to make a deal that I have no conviction, plead guilty but be withheld, pay restitution, and no parole and that it would not be on my record but I found out the hard way that it was because of my apartment complex that charge is showing as a FELONY..so my question is will I still be able to obtain employment even though I wasn't convicted but arrested because employers will only see FELONY.

Can felons with Withheld Adjudication get jobs?

Hello,

I'm not an attorney but it sounds like you have what is known as a Withheld Adjudication. In that case you may have to find out exactly what the conditions are. 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. Typically employers are only concerned with convictions and not charges. To be absolutely sure, contact the prosecutor associated with your case.

If you are still concerned with the charge, you may look into expungement. Many ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs seek legal assistance. I suggest contacting your local legal aid office to see if expungement is an option for you.

I hope this helps.

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Does expungement help ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs?

Hello,

I am writing to find out is there any professional job that I can obtain because of the felony that I have from 2007? I have a Domestic Violence felony that I was convicted of in 2007 due to the fact that it was a dispute between me and my first wife. I am located in Texas and wanted to know, is it possible for me to get it expunge or sealed? Because I am relocating to Florida with my current wife and I have one course to finish to have my nursing licenses....I wanted to know if I get it sealed or expunge in Texas,. could I obtain my license in Florida? Or if I cannot get it sealed or expunge in Texas can I still obtain my license in Florida since it is a Texas Felony? I don't know how long I have to wait to get it expunge or sealed in Texas....I don't know the process to even start.

Does expungement help ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs?

Hello,

If your conviction is in Texas, a Texas court would have to expunge or seal it. There is a twist to expungement.  Expungement or sealing does not erase records but hides them from public view. If an expungement is granted the conviction will always be visible to government agencies, the court system and law enforcement. Licenses are granted by some level of government.

Many ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs seek legal assistance. I suggest contacting your local legal aid office first to see if expungement or sealing are viable options and then to get help applying for it. I would never try to do it alone.


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Felon in Florida looks to expungement to get jobs

I was convicted in the state of Florida for 5 counts of fraud I did my probation 2.5 (was given 5) paid restitution and now looking for work why is is that when an employer does a background check on me the status says active? Next I am in the process of trying to get this sealed/expunged. When that is settled will I be able to get a security license so I can work as a security guard or how about my RN license as I am currently in school working on that, am I wasting my time?


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Felon in Florida looks to expungement to get jobs

Unfortunately many people believe that sealing or expungement of records will erase their criminal records. In most cases and in most states, expungement means that their convictions will invisible to the public. The will always be visible to law enforcement, the court system and government agencies. Since most licensing is done through state agencies, expungement will not help them.

Many ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs seek legal counsel before the can start an effect job search just to see how their records will impact their ability to get jobs. I suggest contacting your local legal aid office to see just how viable an option expungement is for you. Next I would contact the agencies that issue the licenses you want to see if you are eligible.


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Felon in Atlanta needs help finding Jobs

My husband just relocated here to Atlanta to be with his family. He is a convicted felon. It has been hard for him to find a job for many reasons. For one, I work two jobs to support us and he stays home with our two youngest children (we have 5) during the day. Secondly, we do not know a lot of people here in Atlanta,GA to network with. And of course....its hard to get a job period, add a felony to it and it is even harder!

We are searching for possible job search programs that will help us get childcare and help him be able to look for employment. I am on waiting list for assistance for childcare but I have been waiting for months. We can not afford childcare without him working. It is only by Gods grace that we have made it this far. Any advice or suggestions would be great!!!!

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Hello,

I'm sorry your husband is having so much trouble. First let me suggest that he try The One-stop Career Center in Atlanta. There he will find a variety of services that can not only help him find a job but perhaps training for a new career. These centers are underutilized resources for ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs.  Among the resources you will find are current lists of job openings in your area.

You can find the center in Atlanta here:

Georgia Department of Labor
148 Andrew Young International Boulevard
Suite 650
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-656-3011

www.dol.state.ga.us/

 
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.  Your husband can get specialized training to be certified in the following trades:

 

Apartment Maintenance Technician 

Floor Technician/Custodial Certification

Forklift Training

Hospitality Opportunity Program 

Women in Non-Traditional Occupations 

Here is the great part, after completion, the center provides job placement and retention services.  This center also has its own staffing service that places not only those with trade certifications, but others looking for jobs.  You can get more information here:

Goodwill of North Georgia Training Centers

  
I hope this helps.


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Felon in Florida seeks career in health care

Dear Sir,

I bumped into this article on line. I'm from Sarasota Florida. I have two felony charges for drug possession. One is thirteen years the other eight years old. Will I be able to get my certification, or will I be denied because of these charges. I have completed all terms of probation years ago and have since turned my life around. Still I have much anxiety and guilt when I have to apply to any situation. I'm a wonderful person and have been in the home health business for a few years as a companion caregiver. Anything I can do?

Thanks much for your time.

Robert

Felon in Florida seeks career in health care

Hello Robert,

I have worked with ex-offenders and felons who have jobs in the health care field here in New Jersey. I suggest you contact can contact the medical licensing board in Florida. They will be able to advise you of licensing restrictions for ex-offenders and felons seeking jobs in health care.

The state of Florida as guidelines for offender eligibility for licensing. You can find it here:

CONVICTION RECORD GUIDELINES FOR APPLICANTS FOR LICENSURE & EXEMPTION

For more information, obtain the Florida Nurse Practice Act and Rules of the Board of Nursing, you can contact them at this number: 850-488-0595

I hope this helps.
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Lady wants to help felon friend get a job

 

Hello my name is Shantell and I'd REALLY appreciate any help at all that you can possibly provide me. My man is a felon he is currently in work release in Steelton, Pa. The rules there are extremely strict. It's hard for him to go out and look for a job. He is a good man even though he is a felon. His crimes are not violent they're mostly drug related. I have been trying so hard searching the net for jobs for him and I keep coming up with dead ends. So I was wondering if you could possibly help me in any way possible. Maybe you know some companies in Steelton, Pa. or Harrisburg, Pa. He is a very hard and devoted working man he has just made some mistakes but who hasn't you know. If you any info at all that could be helpful or any tips it is highly appreciated and respected! Thank you for your time and I hope to hear from you soon.

Hello Shantell,

I wish there was a simple solution for your friend. There is a lot of competition out there for jobs. There are a lot of people without criminal records out of work. As I suggest to a lot of ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs, the first stop should be your local One-stop Career center. there are a lot of service that can help him get on the right track.  Counselors at the center can help him with resources that can help him get a job or even get training to start a new career.  many counselors have experience working with people with criminal records.  You can find the nearest career center here:

www.servicelocator.org


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Felon In NY State seeks job

Hello sir, thank you for the service you provide with this information. I live in New York state and I am having a very hard time finding work. Do you know of anywhere that I can get some help. I really want to work.

Thank you in advance,

Dennis

Felon In NY State seeks job

Hello Dennis,

Each state has a network of centers that offer a variety of free services that can get you ready for work and assist a felon in finding employment. In addition, these centers offer training programs that may prepare you for a career or even start a business. The New York Dept. of Labor has a long list of services including counselors that have experience working with felons and ex-offenders. You can get more information as well as the office nearest to you here:


http://www.labor.ny.gov/careerservices/CareerServicesIndex.shtm

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Felon with sex offense wants to join the military

Found your website while searching "felon" info and thought I would take a chance.

When my son was 19, he had come home from college for the summer, earned his black belt in Tae kwon Do, and made the mistake of having a relationship with a 15 year old girl in his karate class. She was working on her black belt and had an immense crush on my son...and vice versa. They had known each other for several years--and were both very talented "karate kids."
Anyway, they broke it off when he went back to school--but remained friends.

The young lady went to counseling a year later for some unrelated family issues and revealed that she had a boyfriend a year ago and they had sex. Bingo...the therapist calls the state, the state arrests my son, who is now 20 almost 21, and presses charges...4 counts of sex with a minor. Neither girl nor her family pressed charges against my son. In addition, we were told that because he had recently earned his black belt degree that he was considered "someone of higher responsibility" and that is why the state decided to prosecute. I might add that he was in the process of applying for the Indiana State Trooper program--was almost there! BIG NIGHTMARE for our family since this son was the one who never drank, partied, smoked...just a good, sweet, loving kid and born again Christain... who did something really dumb based on emotion.

The deal was this, 6 months house arrest and 3 years probation which we have almost completed...without grumbling I might add. Felony reduced to misdemeanor as soon as probation ends actually on 9/16/10. He has been planning to join the military... to do good in the world and serve the country he loves. What are his chances? He talked to an recruiter (about 6 months ago) about Indiana air guard and was told not just no-- but never.

I appreciate your time.

 Felon with sex offense wants to join the military

 I know quite a few young men in your son's same situation. The good news is that his charge will be downgraded to a misdemeanor.  From time to time the military grants waivers to recruits who have criminal records.  Most are moral waivers, which include some felonies and misdemeanors.

The only military branch offering waivers to ex-offenders is the Army. He may find more success there.  The Army recruiter will tell him exactly what to do to get the process started.  It is totally up to the Army to grant the waiver.

I hope this helps.

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