Three years ago, I was arrested for a DWI with child under 15. It was a difficult case because there was a lot of circumstances surrounding the case. Gastric bypass, anxiety meds consumed, etc. Anyhow, DA pursued prosecution but found a loophole for Deferred for me on this felony. Just in time before legislation closed. Three months before they did actually. Anyhow, I served my two years probation and it ended without incident. I was able to find a great job while on Deferred but only because I knew the person. I had to quit my job due to personality conflict and now I cannot find work anywhere. It is already embarrassing enough to have this charge on my record being a mother, a college student, a respected individual. But now I can’t seem to find work. I’ve applied everywhere and most places tell me I’m overqualified. I can’t get it non-disclosed because it’s an enhanced form of child endangerment. That’s what SOME lawyers say. SOME lawyers say I can. NO lawyer has EVER had a case like this so they don’t know how it would go down. Afraid to waste my money over and over again while lawyers make mistakes trying to figure it out.
I tell the truth on application with the first line stating DEFERRED ADJUDICATION: FINAL FINDING- NO CONVICTION
And then I input the details it asks to explain. Why IS it so hard to find work for a woman with a DWI? Especially a felony? If it was a man, they would just shrug it off like no big deal and hire them up and shake hands and head out to the bar for a drink. It’s such a double standard. I’m a good person. I work hard. I’m dedicated to what I do. I made a mistake. Even the justice system saw that there was circumstances surrounding what happened and gave me a break. They could have thrown the book at me, but didn’t. Why won’t employers cut me some slack.
Felon with deferred DWI needs a Job
Hello,
Perhaps you are disclosing too much information and scaring employers away with your explanation. I encourage all ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs to only disclose what is asked...no more!
For each application you complete, pay careful attention to the wording. Most applications ask about convictions and not arrests. In reference to your deferred adjudication, you must consider the conditions of your deferment. In most cases, when the conditions are fulfilled (usually a fine and probation,) the original charges are dismissed but they remain as charges not convictions. Anyone accessing your record (other than law enforcement, the court system, and government agencies) will only see the charges. For more clarification, contact the prosecutor in your case.
I hope this helps.
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I want to first thank you from the bottom of my heart for doing this site.
I am on probation for a class D felony (promoting prostitution). I would like to get a bachelor's degree in business administration. I can't stand on my legs for long periods of time because I have severe back problems and fibromyalgia. I suffer from chronic pain but I would still like to work. I got baptized in jail and I want a decent life and a good job. My question is: I am 46 years, do you think a company will want to hire me at my age with a felony on my record?
Sue,
Female Felon needs a Job
Hello Sue
Often the felon job search begins with a little legal assistance. I suggest you contact your local legal aid office to see if expungement is an option for you in your state. Legal aid could offer low-cost or no-cost assistance in this process. It will make getting a job a lot easier.
Next contact your local One-stop Career Center. The local One-stop is a full service employment center offering a wide variety of services including job placement to residents. There are computers, resume assistance and trained counselors that could assist you in your job search. Many counselors have experience working with felons. You may qualify for funding that could train you for a new career. You can find your local One-stop Career Center here:
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Finally contact the United Way in your area. The United Way supports a large number of community organizations and could point you thedirection of one that could use your skills. They could also put you in contact with women's advocacy groups that may assist you in other ways.
I hope this helps.
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I am a felon, with a drug trafficking charges, just got out of prison a month ago. I was locked up for 5 years. I was interested in a career in Medical Billing and Coding. I applied at the local community college and got accepted. When I was ready to register for classes the head of the program said that I won't be employable. I chose that program because there is no clinical involved and he thinks the record will be a problem. I am from Pensacola Fa. What do you think?
Felon wants Job in Medical Field
Hello,
My personal feeling is that everyone is employable. The question is will your legal status prohibit you from being licensed or certified in your chosen field. Just a little insight, to my knowledge there are few positions offered as Medical Biller/Coder. The Medical biller compiles and tracks the outstanding balances owed to medical facilities. The function of billing and coding is often part of other positions. It may be a function of a medical assistant or some other position. It often isn't a stand-alone position. I could be wrong, so get some clarification from the school you wish to attend. Also find out if there are any certification or licensing requirements. If there are restrictions based on your record, ask the placement office if there are any types of jobs where your record won't be as big a problem. I encourage anyone who is thinking about career training to ask for the placement record. These schools have placement offices so you can ask what percentage of their graduates get jobs and where. I would definitely ask these questions before I invest any time or money.
The good news is, medical assistants work in doctors' offices. Private doctors are free to hire anyone they choose. Make a good impression and you will get a job. Never let your past dictate your future. I encourage every felon to apply for every job they feel they qualify for. Apply for as many jobs as you can and never give up!
Best of luck to you.
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Lady Felon has Made Mistakes but Trying to move Forward
Dear Mr. Mayo,
This letter is finding it's way to you today because thru out this
journey I've been venturing alone I fortunately asked Google the right
question, browsed the Internet tapping in the direction to find you, or
possibly just a higher power. Whatever it was that has lead me to this
path I'm taking my opportunity to finally find someone who can guide me
in the direction I needed to be in months possibly years ago.
My name is
Kandy, I am as of 01/06/2015 convicted felon ×7, I by the grace
of God was fortunate enough to be blessed to keep my nursing license.
Yes, I am a licensed practical nurse 10 years, 11 years 03/09/2016. & was a nursing assistant 12 years before that. My license is under suspension at least until March 15, 2017.
But thru all the court proceedings, separation from my husband of 18
years, 2 kids then 12y/o & 4y/o, losing our home, cars, dignity,
job, income, I mean literally losing everything besides the ability to
breathe.
So I have only worked about 3 months in the past 2 years. I'm
desperate to learn all I can to just make some kind of progress towards
employment. Still legally married, my husband in his trade 15 years
making $38.74 hourly, now about to take his journey man's test making
about $45-$50 an hour and have to beg for $20 fir gas to get his
children across town to school. I could go on and on. What is most
important is I'm hard working, dedicated, always give 110% even in
chaotic/stressful/basic events. I believe strongly in working as a team,
doing whatever it takes to get the job done, I'm humble and learn
quickly, if I don't know something I'll bust my tail to figure it out,
compassionate, silly, friendly, outgoing, energetic, intelligent,
professional. 100% adult /woman enough to admit that I admit only
naming my hood qualities but know that I have many bad as does the rest
of the human race, but I conduct myself in a respectful professional
manner. I know there's a time and an place for everything and can admit
when I'm wrong, as well as right my wrongs proudly. Lastly I'm
genuinely a good person that made mistakes, who's life got the best of
for a minute, but I am sober 4 years & 79 days since 11/01/11.
I will help any and everyone I can always have everyday of my life.
Before this letter I had been do ashamed and humiliated that I fell off
from heart ache, too proud to ask for help, & wanted to fix my life
quickly & quietly before it all came out. However, I'm broke and
struggling while bringing my children to suffer with me.
So my story
doesn't end here, this is one step towards my success story no matter
the outcome. Your an amazing man to do any of this, from my travels
down this path I now have a desire and passion to do what you are doing, to
help change things to where a mistake doesn't mean a life sentence no
matter what your actual sentence was. To help show that of you give
incentives, rewards, & just give a chance not taking an Ex-Offenders
rights/privileges & commodities away even after their debt is paid,
sentence maxed out, or they do any and every thing they are offered to
rehabilitate themselves. Maybe one day they will see its the
struggle, the difficulty, the failure time & time again, constant
disappointment, the prejudicial preconceived notions of who or what a
person is only because they got caught while everyone commits some kind
of crime breaking the law as we are not perfect it's enviable doesn't
give the right to judge, revoke all amenities and then wonder why
there's drug epidemics, and why people re-offend causing revolving
doors. I hope to hear from you soon, to listen, learn, and complete any
info u throw my way. I thank you so much for your time, be safe &
have a great day.
Sincerely,
Kandy
Lady Felon has Made Mistakes but Trying to move Forward
Hello Kandy,
I'm sorry you are having so much trouble. I hear time and time again that society should be more forgiving in its treatment of ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs. While this may be true, most of the people I meet consciously committed the crimes they were convicted of and they know of the penalties that come along with getting caught. That is the risk they take when they choose to play the game. The rules are clear, if you get caught, you will probably get some time, you will be an outcast of society and it will be difficult to get a job. Everyone know this, so I have to remind them that they are not victims. They must accept the fact that they screwed up their lives so they are responsible to for fixing it. Will it be hard? Yes! Will they need help? Yes, all they can get.
My first suggestion is for you to contact the nearest United Way Office. The United way supports a number of social service agencies that may be able to help your family. There may also be services that aid ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs and organizations that advocate for them.
Next, you will have to build a job search plan. First decide what type of work you are qualified to do. You will then need a resume. If you do not have one, You may be able to get help at your nearest One-stop Career Center.
Daily access to thousands of job listings
Each state has a network of centers that offer a variety of free
services that can help prepare you for a job and assist you in finding employment. In addition, these centers offer aid for career training. You may be able to get training for a career that may not be impacted by your record.
Some services available are:
Career planning and counseling
Workshops (Resume Writing, Interviewing Skills, and related topics.)
Computers with internet access and word processing
Job-related magazines and local newspapers
Job postings and referrals
Printers, fax machines, phones, and copiers for job search use
You will be able to find the One-stop Career Center near you by clicking the link below:
Stay strong and take advantage of the resources available to you. It won't be easy but a little hard work and guidance can help you overcome what has been a difficult situation.
I hope this helps.
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Lady Felon has Made Mistakes but Trying to move Forward
In the last several months I have had the opportunity
to become intimately aware of the financial, psychological and emotional
distress, frustration, fear and decreased self esteem of someone who
has re-entered regular population from incarceration and is incapable of
finding employment that they can survive on because they have a felony.
They may have terrific skill sets that are not being utilized in their
communities but instead are relegated to flipping burgers or manual
labor positions that they cannot sustain themselves or a family on . I
am heartbroken by the dilemma they find themselves wanting to make that
change for the better but the whole system is still stacked against
them. Some might say rightfully so since they committed a crime to begin
with but should everyone be in jail the rest of their lives even after
their actual sentence is complete with no ability to show that they have
learned and want to become productive in society?
The particular
person I came in contact with is homeless, living in his car that he is
always on the verge of losing and unable to find a decent job or find a
place to live. There are some felon friendly apartments but they have a
variety of felony types and this gentleman has a young daughter and
does not want to have her staying with him in an environment that he is
not sure would be safe for her.
It seems to me that the impetus
to re- offend or possibly commit a different crime purely out of
desperation or resorting to less than moral behavior to get what they
need...is great. The impetus to just give up on life is also great. How
tragic! I live in Denver Colorado. I was wondering if you knew of any
staffing services, coaching services, etc that are available and
focus in this area? If you have been helping felons in your area for
over 10 years can you tell me how you go about finding companies that
are willing to give felons a second chance? Are there any government
incentives to businesses that are willing to help give these people a
second chance at life? I want to find out what already exists or maybe
try to put some programs together but I don't want to re-invent the
wheel and would love any input you could give me.
Are there any nationally recognized programs in this area?
Thank you for your time,
Dana
Felon in Colorado needs a Job and Assistance
Hello Dana,
I'm sorry your friend is having so much trouble. Unfortunately it is common for returning citizens (ex-offenders, felons,) to have difficulty putting the past behind them. There are many hurdles to overcome. Below are some resources in your area that your friend may find helpful.
Turnabout, Inc.
Turnabout, Inc. is a non-profit employment,
career, and education services agency that provides access to a
fully-stocked computer lab, daily job leads, transportation assistance,
subsidized work skills training, and job search assistance to former
offenders in the Metro Denver area.
Contact:
Turnabout, Inc.
1630 East 14th Avenue
Denver, CO 80218
(303) 813-0005
The United Way supports many non-profit organizations. The United Way may be able to put you in contact with organizations that aid ex-offenders and felons with various services
The Colorado Workforce Center consolidates
components of Job Service and Employment and Training services in an
attempt to maximize its ability to serve job seekers as well as
employers. Centers are held accountable for performance outcomes based
on the consumer’s feedback. There is an extensive web site devoted to
workforce center information as well as employment services.
Contact:
Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
Tower 11, Suite 400
1515 Arapahoe Street
Denver, CO 80202
303-620-4204
I am contacting you after perusing the Jail to Jobs website and the How Felons Can Get Jobs blog. I am originally from Philadelphia and am planning on returning there after my time at college (out-of-state). I am a convicted felon (over seven years) and will actively be seeking employment in Philadelphia in the coming year. I would like to know if you have any recommendations for re-entry programs or job placement. While it has been eight years since my last arrest, I am sure that I will still find the same difficulty gaining employment as a recently released ex-offender.
Aside from the past two years (enrolled in college since ‘08), I have maintained full-time employment since 2003. Although I have previously worked with various ministries and organizations, because most of the establishments have primarily focused their programming on adjudicated youth and ex-offenders, my past criminal history has not been a concern. However, as a soon to be college graduate with a great deal of life experience, I am looking to possibly expand my horizons.
I thank you in advance for your time and support and await your posted reply.
Respectfully,
John
Felon in PA needs help finding jobs
Hello John,
There are a number of sources in the Philadelphia area that help ex-offenders and felons find jobs. I have listed to below.
Best of luck to you.
Metropolitan Career Center/STRIVE Philadelphia 162 West Chelten Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-843-6615 Web Site: www.strivecentral.com/sites/national/mcc.htm Please do not forget to go to your local One-stop Career Center. You
will find a ton of free services and resources that can help you get a
job or start a new career. You can get individual assistance with your
job search from counselors. These services can help get a felon jobs.
You will find your local One-stop Career Center here: Philadelphia Workforce Development Corporation 1617 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, 13th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103–1813 215-557-2625 Web Site:
Me and my husband live in East Saint Louis, Ill. and we have a 2 two year old son. I'm working but my husband isn't. He can't find work anywhere. His problem is he can't find anyplace the will hire him because he has a record. He did something really stupid when he wad 18 years old. He stole a lawn mower out of somebody's yard. Because of that stupid mistake he made as a kid, he now has a felony record and NOBODY will hire him. He is 27 now and this is still holding him back. He has tried so many places and everyone keeps turning him down
Can you please help me? We're trying so hard to get on our feet and we can't because of this nine year old charge. I don't know what were going to do if he can't find a job.
Jessie
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Hello Jessie,
I'm not sure how much a nine year old conviction is holding your husband back. In these economic times, finding a job for everyone is tough. What I tell felons looking for jobs is it's going to take a lot of hard work. I remind them that find a job is a numbers game. Felons are hired everyday. The hard part is finding employers that will give a felon a chance at a job.
What I mean by finding a job is a numbers game is, the more jobs leads you get the more chances you have to get an interview. The more interviews you get, the better your chances of getting hired. So, where is the best place to get job leads. I encourage every felon to visit the local One-stop Career center. The local One-stop is your state sponsored employment office. There you will find a lot of services that can help your husband land a job. Among those services are listings of open jobs in your area. You can get one-on-one job search assistance from trained counselors. There is resume assistance and referrals to job training that could lead to a career. You can find your local One-stop Career center here:
Another option for felons looking for jobs is to apply for temporary employment. Often temporary jobs turn into more permanent situations. When applying for employment at temporary agencies, my students have more success with smaller independent agencies as opposed to national companies. In many cases, the large companies have regulations from their corporate offices that prohibit the hiring of ex-offenders and felons. Independent agencies are free to hire anyone they feel would be a good employee.
Your husband will have to put in hard work to get a job. I don't just mean hard work finding employers, but getting a professional looking resume, brushing up on his interviewing skills and getting the proper clothing to make good impression on employers.
My name is Cynthia. I am still
currently on probation with a felony. I will be on probation
until 2015, I was told by a lawyer that my felony will stay on me
until 2023. The state I was convicted in had a first time
offenders act where I didn’t show up in any system.
I live in
North Carolina where the first time offender act does not
apply. I have been jobless for over a year. I have applied
at several restaurants, retail stores, and other various places.
I have been called to several interviews but the outcome is when
the employers ask me what my felon is
for they tell me they can’t hire me. It is for theft. So, I am
back at square one with endless job applications, and no
success. McDonald's even said they would not hire me. I
have three kids, two which are special needs, and a husband who
is also disabled. My husband is receiving disability and
that alone doesn’t pay all the bills. We get food stamps, and
medicaid. I am wanting to get off the public assistance and
support my family. Is there anything else that I can do to help
with my employment seeking?
JobLink Career Centers are the one-stop career
centers in North Carolina. These centers provide a long list of
services that can help prepare you for a job or even training for
a new career. Each center has counselors that provide
individual assistance. Often these counselors have
experience working with people with criminal backgrounds and know
of employers who have hired ex-offenders
and felons. Among the
services offered you will find lists of open jobs in your
area. You may also get referrals to other agencies that
provide services that can help your family. You can find
the center closest to you here:
http://www.ncesc1.com/locator/locatormain.asp
Because you have a theft conviction, you may not be considered
for retail, cash handling or other positions where valuables are
at risk. That must be taken into consideration when
applying for jobs.
I'm a convicted felon who is trying to become a Registered Nurse. I have a 1st degree felony drug charge for Possession of Controlled Substance from May 2000 - ten years ago! I finally got accepted into a nursing program after being rejected from another and thought I have over come all the hurdles. Now the school has just informed me that I may not be able to get into their school after all because the hospitals where I have to do clinicals may not allow felons.... Do you have any advice? Would some kind of bond maybe help my situation as far as the hospitals go?
Thanks for your help,
Melody
Felon wants job as a nurse
Hello Melody,
Jobs for felons in the medical field depends on the conviction. Drug charges almost always prohibits one from working in hospitals. Your only hope may be to have your conviction sealed. The only problem with that is, even with an expungement or sealing, your conviction will always be visible to law enforcement, the court system and government agencies which will present a problem being licensed.
Often ex-offender and felon job searches begin with legal assistance. I suggest contacting your local legal aid office to see if sealing of your record or expungement is an option for you. Expungement/Sealing of records are legal processes tha one should never attempt without legal guidance. The legal aid office may offer low cost or even free assistance with these processes.
Best of luck to you.
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Hi I am a recovering meth addict who was arrested in 2006 on federal charges for conspiracy to distribute meth. I live in California. I have done time in rehabs, halfway houses, and prison. Being 26 years old now I'm would like to go back to school and better myself. I am currently working at a family owned business but want something more for myself. I was thinking something in medical office or drug counseling. What would you recommend someone who has a criminal background go to school for? I do not want to waste my time going to school for something and not being able to get a job in that field. I am still on federal probation and will be for at least another 3 years. I know that this will prevent me from obtaining a license through the state. Any ideas??
Thanks so much!
Felon wants job as Drug Counselor
I know many ex-offenders and felons who have become drug/alcohol counselors. If you check the link below you will find everything you need to know about what it takes to become a counselor in the state of California including a link to email the Certification Administrator. That person should be able to advise you of your prospective eligibility.
Hoping to help boyfriend and other felons get jobs
Hello Eric,
First and foremost, I want to thank you for taking your time to both run your very informational blog as well as to view my e-mail. Secondly, I apologize in advance for the multiple questions that I am asking. Now, for some insight...I met my boyfriend two years ago, just before he was going to jail in MD for a violation of probation. He also confided in me from the start that he was facing seven felony charges in PA. Caring deeply for him, I agreed that so long as he was a changed man and did not participate in the activity that landed him in trouble in the first place from there on out, that I would stay with him. I waited for him while he served his violation of probation sentence, and ever since a little over a year ago, we have been in a serious, committed relationship. He has been sober ever since we met...and you can ask anyone, his friends, family, teachers, old co-workers...he has certainly changed, for the better. Of course, our lives together have been a roller coaster. His charges from PA loomed for the first nine or so months of our relationship. Every court date, I did not know if he was returning to jail, and if I would be left waiting again. In the meantime, he did everything that he needed to. He voluntarily participated in rehab, did volunteer work at a local non-profit organization, and stayed sober. When his sentencing date came around, the judge recognized all of his hard work and let him off with six years of probation instead of the two years in jail that he had agreed to in the plea agreement. Even his lawyer was shocked, and shook his head when my boyfriend thanked him, before saying, "I did nothing. You did all of the work." The downside was that he officially became a convicted felon, instead of having pending felonies. Thankfully, they were dropped from seven to three. This was very exciting news, of course. Even more so exciting was that a couple of hours after we got home, he received a phone call for an interview. By the next week, he already had a part-time job. He held the job for a month without any problems until recently. Despite being a very hard worker and increasing sales by $5,000 single-handedly in the short amount of time that he worked there, corporate obtained his background check and the store let him go. This was very frustrating, especially seeing as when he was hired, his managers knew every single little thing on his record. He was never dishonest about anything. The local store wanted him, but corporate did not. This leaves us in a pickle. We have bills to pay, bills that I cannot afford on my own. We realize how much of a struggle it was for the first nine months for him to even get an interview, and here he is, back at square one. Everything feels like it happened so quickly - he was given a second chance, and it was ripped away from him just as fast. He has a strong resume that we have sent to numerous employers, but he obviously cannot pass a background check. Even local laboring agencies will not accept people with so much as a misdemeanor, since they are specifically for "individuals with clean records who just cannot find jobs," as he was told on the phone. He is getting pretty discouraged...I can provide emotional support, no problem, but financially, I cannot hold us both up for too long. What would your best suggestion be? Should he even mention this latest job on his resume? He was a great worker - they just did not want him after the background check. How is he supposed to explain working for simply a month to the next person who offers him an interview? To add to his woes and dreams getting crushed, he wants so desperately to join the Army...unfortunately, every recruiter that we have talked to laughs in his face and turns him away. One of our best friends is a Sgt. MP and he keeps giving my boyfriend hope, though that goes away when the actual recruiters say there is no chance. Considering that my boyfriend was represented by a public defender in his court case involving the felony charges, what course of action can we take? I have seen on your blog the mentioning of sending letters to lessen felonies to misdemeanors, etc to help with this problem. It is just very confusing when his public defender says that he has to wait seven years to have his felonies expunged before he can join the Army, the judge says he only needs to finish probation to join the Army, and the recruiters say no matter how old a charge is, he can never join the Army. Being with this man whom I care so deeply for and yet feel like I can't help is a very overwhelming feeling. I have such a strong passion now to organize and rally, to contact my local government to encourage them to encourage employers to hold ex-offender friendly job fairs, etc. not just for my boyfriend, but for all reformed convicts who truly do want to change their lives. How would I go about doing that? Would a letter suffice? Who would I even write to in our local government? I want to advocate to help others get the second chances that they deserve, I just feel as though I need a bit of direction or encouragement to get me going. Thank you so much for reading, and God bless your work and all that you do. -Hoping to Help
Hoping to help boyfriend and other felons get jobs
Your boyfriend is lucky to have someone like you in his corner. Many ex-offenders andfelons usually don't have as much support. As for listing such a short term job, I would not. It would simply raise more questions. I would apply at smaller companies that can hire at their own discretion. Your boyfriend may also consider temporary employment. Once again he may have success applying at small independent employment agencies who are free to hire anyone they please rather than national companies that have stiffer corporate hiring guidelines. Another option is contact your local United Way. The United Way financially supports social service agencies including some which help ex-offenders or may even employ them. Goodwill Industries also have programs which help and employ ex-offenders and felons.
Expungement is not an option when seeking to join the military. Expungement does not erase convictions. It makes them unavailable for view from the public. They will always be visible to law enforcement, the court system and government agencies. The Army will grant waivers for those convicted of certain felonies allowing them to join. If the recruiter tell you that you are ineligible, then you are.
In these tough economic times, there are so many unemployed people who do not have criminal backgrounds making jobs for ex-offenders and felons even more difficult. An out-of-the-box approach may beto contact elected officials in your area and ask for help. He can 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. Never ask for jobs, only suggestions. He may be surprised how well this works.
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I found your site looking for help with expungment. I received a first time felony, due to the fact that I was using meth. I was lost and did things that I really had desperate means to find more. I caught a charge in Colorado and did time for felony burglary 2 of building. I picked up my number and finished my time, but am finding it hard to get a job. I changed my life have a house a wonderful wife and child. I would like to know how to, if I am able to, expunge my record out of Colorado. Can it be done and if so how? I managed a tire shop out of Colorado with my felony, and now live in MN. I'm trying to obtain a job with another tire company that has a background check and would like to know how I should approach this matter could you help with this? Please let me know what steps I should take if there are any?
Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Anthony
Felon in Colorado seeks Expungement
Hello Anthony,
I am not a legal professional and therefore not prepared to give legal advice but my understanding is that expungement is only available in Colorado for cases that have been dismissed.
If your conviction is more than ten years old, you may apply for a pardon. Unfortunately, pardons are rare.
Ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs often require legal assistance. You may find low-cost legal help at your local legal aid office. You can find the office nearest you in you local phone directory.
I hope this helps.
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