Will a criminal history hurt my employment with testing company even after I finish my Ph.D.?
350647
Probably. No one wants to hire someone who will steal from them or be bad to have in whatever the work environmeny is. This is what a criminal record (with felonies) implies.\n\nSo you'll really have to make someone fall in love with you before they see your record. If you're particularly amiable, they may hire you on the spot.
1159215
They will check.  See, just because someone has a "record" it does not necessarily mean that they will not get a particular job.  So if someone got a D and D or a DUI, it will not make that much difference.  \n\nThe problem now is that they caught her lying.  I've seen situations where someone was fired simply because he did not list that he had a criminal record.  What was ironic was that his record (Drunk and Disorderly) would not have stopped him from being hired.  Because he lied, he was fired, regardless of how good an employee he was.
345384
Absolutely it can.  Many places now ask on applications whether or not you've been convicted of a felony.  There are laws against discrimination, but companies can find lots of excuses of why they didn't hire you.\n\nThat said, not all companies discrimate and you can still find a fabulous job.  I would be open and upfront about my past if the company asked about it on the application because if they hire you and find out later that you lied on the application, it could cost you your job.
534726
I would say yes, Usually those tests are based solely on the use of drugs regardless if you used them legally or not.  Employers don't want stoners.  You can be refused a job for any reason that is not discriminatory in nature based on race, religion, age and sex.
331208
Surely it depends on the nature of the crime committed.  All employers have a right to know if you have a criminal record, and I think it is perfectly acceptable not to hire someone for that reason.\n\nUnfortunately if you have been convicted of a crime, you have to face the consequences and take whatever work you can find.  If you manage to remain in employment for a decent amount of time, work hard, get good references, then you can perhaps apply for something else.  You need to start at the bottom and work your way up.
736069
If you were convicted of a VIOLENT crime, then No.  But if you are on parole for a NON Violent crime, then maybe.  You just need to go to a recruiter and ask.
89851
That information MAY show up on a background check....and therefore affect employment or housing applications.\n\nEven though they word the question differently - if it is legal to ask about arrests it is also logical to be able to ask about anything that comes after an arrest in the legal process. So, in many places - it is legal for them to ask this.\n\nIt all depends on where you are applying for work (not always the same as the state you live in). There are only 10 states that do not allow employers to ask about arrests. \n\nIn Oregon, we have several employers who routinely demand a "police contact sheet" of all hires. This includes every time your name was on a police report - whether you did anything or not. I am not saying I think this is RIGHT but it is what the LAW says. Until enough people make enough noise it will continue to be the law.\n\nAlso the law is what the state you are applying for work in says it is. If you have crimes in NY (that NY says can't be looked at after X years) and you apply for a job in Oregon, that job can and will consider those crimes anyway.
109461
It depends on the state but most in most states you can NOT work in the school system if you have a felony on your record.\nThis is why they do a background check.
644557
There would be no reason to.If the test was negative when you were at work that's all they need to know.Those workmen comp people are assholes.Don't trust them
440047
Yes, this will show up on a background check.  Any court activity (positive or negative) recorded could show up on a background check.  You can use several online tools to do a background check on yourself or a private security firm.  Depending on the job you are interviewing for it could affect it.  Security type jobs frequently will deny hiring people with pending arrest warrants.  Also, for higher paying jobs, showing that you have a judgement for back support and an arrest warrant shows a lack of responsibility on your part (not passing judgement here).  I am just giving an HR perspective to the information you have provided.\n\nGet the situation cleared up and record cleared.  If not, you might mention the situation in the interviewing process.  If not, it might seem you are trying to hide something.\n\nGood luck.
304539
depending on the job you are applying for, No. Some jobs might run a criminal background check anyway to see. Misdemeanors are minimal when it comes to job placement.
823958
First off don't bother lieing, if you work in any type of driving job that pays, they will run your criminal history and driving record. \n\nIf you falisfy the application that is normally grounds for termination. \n\nBe honest, and explain yourself in the interview process. Make sure you let them know you have references, and tell your references they will be calling. \n\nhttp://www.faqfarm.com/Q/If_you_have_a_felony_in_one_state_do_you_have_to_put_it_on_a_job_application_in_another\n\nCheck out this article \nhttp://www.dcejc.org/app/docs/crim-rec-wash-post%5B1%5D.pdf\n\nOther factors such as getting bonded, or insured my impact the companies decision to hire.
755029
I don't think that's actually a law as your previous employer has a right to tell your prospective employer if you had a habit of not coming into work beyond your vacation time, didn't complete your responsibilities on time. I don't think they should tell your employer you're a horrible human being b/c they didn't like you, but as far as I know it's not illegal. \n\nAlso, if your employer is going to say something bad about you, then don't list them in the first place. Only include that job for a background check, if they require one.
957280
As a hiring manager, I want to know about that conviction, exactly why it happened, and why it won't happen again.  Truthfully, a dishonesty offense is about the hardest kind for a company to forgive -- if there is an equal candidate with no convictions, that person will get hired first.  No crime gets expunged automatically -- you have to apply to the court to have it sealed or expunged.
1103914
Yes you should worry! First of all, it WILL show up that way on a background check. Second of all you could lose the job for "nondisclosure" if you are hired for it. There is no way to clear the situation at all.
1155566
It's possible, but unlikely.\n\nAnything you did for less than 3 months you should ignore unless it has direct (positive) application to your future position.\n\nAssuming you weren't fired for for a criminal act for which you were charged.\n\nIt is perfectly acceptable to say "that job wasn't for me" and let it go at that.\n\nMost employers understand and many have been there themselves. But, it's up to you. Don't tell blatant lies, but don't offer anything negative unless you are asked.\n\nGenerally, anything you do for 3 months or less is considered irrelevant unless it directly relates to the position you are applying for, or involves criminal misconduct.
512249
The crimes will still be on record to protect corporations from hiring bad people. Just that you can't be arrested or be guilty for all previous crimes. For any new crimes you commit, you are not protected by the amnesty.