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
A: 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.
I hope this helps.
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Sometimes getting jobs is not the best choice for ex-offenders and felons. Starting a business has advantages that traditional jobs do not. Ex-offenders and felons must weigh the options to determine what is best for them.
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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,
A: Hello Diana,
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.
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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If you are really serious about getting a job with a criminal record or helping someone you care about get a job, check out this link:From Jail to a Job
The key to ex-offenders and felons getting jobs is knowing where to look. This is a list of companies that have been known to hire ex-offenders and felons.
Are you a felon who is having difficulty finding a job? You can have your questions answered on this blog. Just send your questions toadogzheart2@gmail.com
If you are really serious about getting a job with a criminal record or helping someone you care about get a job, check out this link:From Jail to a Job
Q: 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? 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
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.
Are you a felon who is having difficulty finding a job? You can have your questions answered on this blog. Just send your questions toadogzheart2@gmail.com
If you are really serious about getting a job with a criminal record or helping someone you care about get a job, check out this link:From Jail to a Job
Q: 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.
A: 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.
Are you a felon who is having difficulty finding a job? You can have your questions answered on this blog. Just send your questions toadogzheart2@gmail.com
If you are really serious about getting a job with a criminal record or helping someone you care about get a job, check out this link:From Jail to a Job
