Financial Aid for convicted felon, Drug Charge?
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I know, isn't that just a dumb fu**** up policy? I mean, what about people who commit serious violent crimes, like rape and murder? They could be convicted, do some time, go on parole, get rehabbed, and get money to get a college degree... Seriously, the application doesn't even ask.\n\nAnyway, if the information you have presented is accurate and you are as sincere as you sound, I definitely encourage you to keep asking people about this (although I realize you may not want to reveal this to people) to get more info and to build support and also advocate for yourself via all the avenues available to you and then some. Good luck!
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For a lot of money, because a drug conviction precludes financial aid.\n\nI know a convicted felon who works as a paralegal and makes a very good living.  He has an associates degree, in Criminal Justice, and works for a lawyer in a small rural town.  The lawyer directed his training after school, and as it is in small towns they handle everything from adoptions to felonies.  Good Luck!\n\nIf you need a State license, i.e. RN, MD, CPA you cannot have a felony conviction, but I think there are provisions for appealing those regulations in some states.  Check it out!
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I do not think that you can get financial aid. look at the fasa web site. Sorry
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Unless you get a lawyer to contest the forfeiture it will happen.  They don't have to goto court under the law.  All they must show is that the money was tied into illegal operations.  This is a lower standard then finding you gulity of a crime.  If the money was tied into a drug business in any way, at any time then legally they can take it.
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I strongly encourage you to contact your nearest Prison Fellowship Ministries office. \n\nThey are set up to help inmates just released, just like you. \n\nGod bless, \n\n<><
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There is a non-profit organization called Prison Entrepreneurship Program which is described as "a Houston-based nonprofit organization that leverages the skills of senior business executives to constructively redirect these talents and equip inmates and former inmates with entrepreneurial training—enabling them to productively re-enter society."\n\nhttp://prisonentrepreneurship.org/\n\nAs for small business loans, felons typically find it hard to get one, even SBA. SBA adopts a "cautious" approach to lending to felons and oftentimes bases its decision on how serious the crime committed was and whether there is strong likelihood that the offense will be repeated again.
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Your state would be helpful to answer your question completely.  But I will tell you what it would mean in New York.\n\nIf it is not a misdemeanor or a felony it technically is not a crime, but a violation much like a traffic ticket.  While it will be on your criminal record it should not prevent you from entering the criminal justice field of employment.  My advice is to own up to it, never lie about it and when asked about it be honest and say what it was...a monumental lapse in judgment.  There are thousands of police officers, lawyers and judges who have misdemeanor convictions and this is less than that.\n\nWhat you did was not a felony.  It was mere possession.  What your friend did was, that was technically a sale (just to let you know.)  Before someone jumps on me, you don't need to exchange money for a sale, simply giving drugs to someone is in and of itself a transaction and constitutes a sale under the law, although rarely prosecuted.\n\nListen to your lawyer, get a lawyer if you don't have one, and they will tell you the ramifications for pleading guilty.\n\nThe one thing that might come back to haunt you is that federal student aid can be denied for narcotic convictions regardless of the level.  So be aware of that.\n\nSome of the advice on here is really, really bad so always speak with an attorney in your State that will be best to assist you.
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Nope... sometimes they'll let you pay in can goods. You should ask your probation officer.
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Somewhere in the range of fifty to a hundred thousand dollars depending on how good you want it to be.  There are some non-profit agencies that do it for free for indigent defendants.
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yes you can call your local dept of human ssevirces then request them give you the legal aid number they will and call them they are goverment funded ? yes ?
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Well, the dept. of rehab there in GA would be state funded.\nWhy don't you apply to AIU, then once accepted by their campus due your courses on-line.
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If you owe the court money that was assessed as part of your sentencing, you could have your driver license suspended, or a warrant could be issued(capias) for your arrest.\n\nBetter to get hold of them before they "get a hold of you."  They are willing in most cases to work with you, but don't wait for them to contact you, YOU contact them.\n\n\nDear Old Dad
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Check with your financial aid department.  There should be tons of help for you.
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The unknown legal aspects regarding you and your crime are crucial to anyone giving advice regarding your predicament.  Maybe consider a consult with with an attorney who knows your court and will not take your case.  You need legal representation to consider the specifics of your crime and answer your questions.  First be ready to pay their fee and hear their impression.   If not, don't waste your time and money.   \n\nIndications of personal and social stability as well as past legal history are likely key to the very important consideration of your ability to successfully complete probation.  \n\nAfter the judge, the D/A's office can be the best indication of what will happen.  Check out what is happening with others charged with similar crimes.  If the crime has been in the papers and/or is currently considered serious in the context of your county then significant jail time is likely.    Any history of substance abuse, instability, or arrests and convictions usually increases the likelihood of jail or prison time.\n\nIf there was any violence or threat of violence associated with you or any others involved in any aspect of the crime then prison time is likely.
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Depends on the laws of your state.  I'd try to talk to both and make arrangements for payments.  Bank I don't think can put you in jail, but child support violation could.
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Contact your local or state BAR association and ask them to recommend a pro bono (for free) or inexpensive charging attorney. I'll bet they can help. Good luck.
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Depending on what the first one was meaning the charge.  It could be dropped to a wreckless Operation charge if the first one wasnt.  Other than that, you will probably spend some time, pay a fine and enter into some type of drug and alcohol counseling.  GET A GOOD ATTORNEY!