I have a criminal conviction, how can I get a job. The offence was minor and punishment non custodial?
959184
try coming out of prison from robbing 11 banks and getting a job. You have it made compared to me...\nIn the application where it asks if you ever had any criminal convictions------leave it blank. and wait to answer that question during the interview. You're not lying....you're simply choosing not to share that kind of info for others to see.
1052600
Everybody makes mistakes and some pay for it by going to prison.  It makes me sick to think that the private sector will not make the effort necessary to try hard to match a job to someone who has  been in prison.  It would appear that this will follow you unless you are one of the lucky ones and find a decent company out there that can assist you.  Right now, there are thousands of people with poor credit records that cannot even get a job because they are deemed irresponsible, etc. and this simply is not the case.  Most had a run of bad luck financially and they too, like you, will continue to pay the price.  But please don't try to ask the government for help as they can't even help themselves right now.  You should be gaged on your work knowledge and talents and also what the offense was that you served time for and in that event, work towards finding an employer that can accept it.  I personally would like to start a program myself to help individuals like yourself, if deserving, and I am sure you are.  Good luck as you may have a family to support and want to go on with your life.
300193
You could be eligible for some types of Federal aid, depending on your situation (where you are and what you were convicted of)...\n\nAre you currently incarcerated?  If so, you are not eligible for Federal loans, but you are eligible for a Federal SEOG (Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant) and, in some cases, a Pell Grant. (Your eligibility for Pell depends on the type of institution in which you are incarcerated.  People in federal and state penal institutions aren’t eligible for Pell grants, but students in local penal institutions are eligible.)\n\nThe law imposes additional restrictions on drug offenses.  If you were convicted of possession of illegal drugs, you are not eligible for federal aid until AT LEAST one year since your conviction:\n\nIf you were convicted for possession, and it was your first offense, you are eligible to federal aid one year from the date of your conviction.  If you were convicted for selling (and it was your first offense), you must wait 2 years from your conviction date.... If you have more than one offense for selling or more than 2 offenses for possession, you can only regain eligibililty for federal student aid funds after you complete a certain type of rehab program.\n\nFederal aid aside, it is possible that there are scholarships out there for people looking to start anew -- perhaps some specific your circumstances.  Try searching www.fastweb.com for organizations that help people looking to give people a second chance. I'm sure there are some out there.\n\nBest of luck.
335418
Absolutely can a conviction be achieved without the victim present.  If he has a prior record there is a very slim chance he will be aquited, hire a good lawyer.  This might sound disheartening but keep hope.  I would start making plans to make life for my son better while behind bars for a while.  Write letters ALOT nothing is better than remembering there is a whole beautiful world outside of those walls.  Anything will do. Mail food, jokes, and news about the family.  Good luck and God Bless.
599178
Doesn't matter if they read your rights or not, that will only get you out of any incriminating statements you made... Do you have a record of any kind?  If not try to get a plea deal for probation and have the charges reduced to disorderly conduct.  What area/city/state are you in?  That makes a big difference too.  If you do get infront of the judge explain how you just graduated and weren't thinking right and you know you made some bad decisions and other crap he wants to hear... and dress nicely...  Theoretically you could get jail time and have your license suspended (in PA 6 mo for posession and another 6-12 for underage alcohol...)  but, like I said, if you have a clean sheet, and your look nice and act nice and make sure the judge knows how sorry you were you should get off with a tap on the wrist... a year or two of light probation and a fine... remember though, if you get stuck with posession it follows you for the rest of you life as a drug conviction, so do whatever to get that reduced...
366332
I'm assuming that since you have the certificate it was an arrest and conviction and not just an arrest. If the incident was 21 years ago and you've had a clean record since then, then you probably won't have much of a problem. The biggest hurdle you'll have to face is if your arrest was for drugs. People with drug convictions in their background will be automatically disqualified from some jobs, especially if you're applying for a position where you'd have access to controlled substances. The best advice that I can give you is to be 100% honest when applying for the job. Lying about your past will get you in more trouble than telling the truth.
1132462
Don't worry about your felony- you were a kid! I personally know an attorney who spent 20 years in prison for MURDER. Any worthwhile profession (law, medicine, accounting) has state run boards that take into account MANY factors when issuing state licenses- for example: the circumstances of the crime- did you steal a loaf of bread becasue you were hungry, did you get a felony assault during a self-defense kind of situation, etc.; your track record- did you stay out of trouble since you were convicted; your academic performance in college; your community service; military; other accomplishments- sports, charity, etc. \n\nDO NOT LET SOME SILLY THING LIKE A LITTLE FELONY MAKE YOU THINK THAT YOU CAN'T DO WHAT YOU WANT WITH YOUR LIFE. I AM AN ATTORNEY AND BELIEVE ME, THE LEGAL PROFESSION CHECKS PEOPLE OUT WITH HELP FROM THE FBI AND DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE. THEY LET PEOPLE IN ALL THE TIME WHO HAVE A LOT WORSE THINGS THAN YOU DO. AM I SAYING THEY WON'T LOOK AT IT? NO! THEY WILL, BUT IT IS WEIGHED AGAINST MANY, MANY OTHER FACTORS- THE REST IS UP TO YOU. \n\nCertain jobs may be more challenging, by the way: Rule of thumb: The more "blue collar" the job, the harder it will be for you to get.  But who cares? Do you really want to get a job that an uneducated person can get?  Do yourself a favor and get an education and THEN find yourself a real job.  In the meantime all kinds of time will pass and your little mishap will be in the past.\n\nHope this helps!
604236
I've been to jail, but it was for a job interview.
906690
be honest about your past and don't go for jobs where a felony will not help you  like anything to do with money or kids  the felony will hurt you  you cant fix a felony its a permanent mark on your record
90234
Try your local workforce center.  Every city has one and the have full-time employment specialist assigned to people with criminal records.
756328
A felony conviction will automatically get you fired if you are working for the state or the federal government and are arrested and convicted.  I would say, No they are not going to hire you with the conviction.  \n\nContact the Criminal Justice Department, they will ask for $35 $40 dollars and do a "Live Scan" on you.  This will give you a record of the Felony and any other charges, misdemeanors you might have on your record.  They all can be expunged.  \n\nThen you will have to go to the Court where Convicted and get the paper work you need to file with the court and the numbers you need for those papers.  Conviction number etc.  Some code number.  Date of conviction etc.   Everything on those papers has to be filled out right.  IT IS NOT HARD and they will help you.  When you file the papers it is another $60.  It could be different where you are.  You don't need an Attorney to do this.  I think there is a number off the Live Scan paper you might need, I'm not sure.  Just keep the papers all together.  \n\nThis will not remove it from your record but it will allow you to plead not guilty on the felony you were convicted of. You don't have to go back into court for it.  They usually do it without you present.  When you are asked by an employer about it you have to admit to the felony but then you can say it was dismissed.  It looks better and allows Federal, State and County Employment to consider you for hire.  \n  \nhttp://removeit.org/?OVRAW=expunge%20criminal%20record&OVKEY=expunge%20criminal%20record&OVMTC=standard\n\nI'm not liking that site very much but it says they can handle any State.  The site I used let me down load the paper work I needed to file with the court but I deleted it from my favorites.  Sorry.  Good luck.   Oh, I don't think you should fill out the job application and not tell the truth on it.  If they find out they can fire you.  Besides you don't want to be refused the job because of your felony conviction.  Better to get your record cleaned up.
327706
I dont know how to find a job for  convicted felons but I would suggest (if you can) try contacting your probation officer. Ask them about any job placements and also ask about any programs to "volunteer" . If you can prove that your a new person to an employer that would help . Volunteering would look great on a job ap!
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.
192620
if you qualify for first offender status, and you meet the requirements, have done your probation, etc. then no, an employer can not see your record. when the employer goes to the local police dept. and obtains a copy of your criminal history what you were arrested for that you got first offender will not show up; you can answer no on the application ' have you been convicted of a felony' it will not be on the criminal history they get from the police dept. it does not "count against you" as you asked,if you are NEVER arrested again (that means anywhere in the country-your history goes anywhere that's why it's called NCIC[National]. But if you are arrested again, anytime after the first arrest, the police dept. (officer-detective), magistrate judge, DA's office can see your criminal history and  your arrest for first offender will show up for them. law enforcement (and the criminal court) are under a different standard than employers. you cannot get a job in law enforcement or a government job including the military. so being honest and telling your prospective employer about your arrest defeats the purpose of the first offender status-you only have to deal with your conscience
996691
First you will want to check to see if the state in which you are applying has laws against hiring those who are convicted of crimes. I know GU no longer hires those convicted of sexual crimes for government jobs. Next, be up front with any recruiters. Don't bother going through all the interviews and tests if they can't even consider you due to the DUIs! You could try calling anonymously so that they don't connect you to a DUI even though it will come up eventually. Third, look for areas that are short of police officers and have the money to hire! If they really need someone, they are going to be more likely to take a risk (if they are allowed to do so with a DUI). Good luck!
773137
I was in the exact same situation when I was 19.  I had a totally clean record and had taken about $27 worth of stuff from a grocery store.  I did not have a job and I didn't want my mom to find out.\n\nI went to court on the date I was supposed to appear and I used the public defender that they had.  I was fined $500 plus another $100 (?) in court fees and given one year to do 40 hours of community service.  I think I was placed on probation for a year.   \n\nThe weird part was that they had told me something about how if I completed the 40 hours of community service it would be wiped off my record (?) because it was my first offense (something like that).  They kept saying the words 'misdemeanor' and 'felony'.  I could have sworn that they told me that if I didn't do my community service that it would be bumped up to a felony.  I don't see how that could have been true.  The whole thing was such a blur because I was so scared.  I was sure they were going to send me to jail.  \n\nI had to borrow the money from my boyfriend and I paid the fine.  My mom never found out.  A year went by and I never did the community service (long story).  When I returned to court when the year was up, I told the judge that I didn't do the community service and he said 'OK' and that was it.  I left.  I have no clue what I ended up actually being charged with and I've never seen my record.
291475
Get a job at a bail bond company and work up to it.