If a person wanted to get a job in the criminal justice Field can they do if they had a prior  conviction?
969076
A job in the criminal justice field requires a very clean record, someone with a conviction no matter what it was is definitely not elegible for that job..☺
1155810
The short answer is YES. You can still get a job as an officer in The States. Ultimately it will depend on which municipality you apply to. They will all have different guidelines.\n\nThings like DUI, minor in possession (MIP) and even misdemeanor drug possession (if you got busted with a joint when you where a kid for example) can be over looked depending on which department is doing the hiring. Often times they are more lenient then you'd think possible. Some will be far more critical than you'd think. The bottom line is, there is no perfect answer for your query.\n\nIf one DUI is your only bad mark a respected degree should more than make up for your prior indiscretion. If you get turned down by one municipality, keep looking and applying at others. Just be forthright from the start. Trying to cover it up will no doubt lead to bigger problems in the future.
425343
I wouldn't hold my breath if i were you... Even if you wait 10 years, law enforcement is a very popular field right now and why would they hire someone with a criminal record when there are tons of qualified applicants who do not have one?  I'd find a backup career path if I were you.
317722
You could still be hired.  Be very carefull when asked about your criminal and citation record to disclose it all when asked or filling out the application.  Manytimes they are looking for lies on the application or during the interview and do not consider past criminal and citation records if disclosed.  If not disclosed they would consider you lying.
535742
On applications I've seen, it usually asks about the previous 5, 7, or maybe 10 years.  If it asks if you have "ever" been convicted of a crime then you should answer honestly--or maybe just consider applying only at jobs that don't look back that far.\n\nAt the bottom of the application near the signature portion, it usually mentions that lying is perjury...another felony.\n\nIf the issue does come up at an interview, then be frank, be remorseful (hopefully that's authentic), and try to move past the question quickly.  The longer you dwell on the answer to try to soften it up, the more opportunity there is to slip up and give a worse impression about it.
571227
to the first guy... your an idiot..... \n\nnow back to your question You can find jobs a lot of places. Depends on what you were convicted for. You can get a job doing janitorial work, driving for companys, construction, mill work, production (putting things together) ect. There are many resources out there.
626238
Well, it would depend on the felony and what type of 'good' job.  Depending on the circumstances you should be able to.
556284
I would think so if you had to spend jail time--and a future employer wants to know your criminal background. I know it applies in New York.
63356
There are a lot of programs out there, that will help you with this particular issue. But first maybe you should consider retraining or perhaps school. Having knowledge and experience in your chosen field often outweighs any previous conviction record. Consider Truck Driving.
568577
YOU CANT EXPUNGE CONVICTIONS.  Anyone who told you otherwise is mistaken.  Also you cannot get any bonded employment with a theft conviction. your employer will tell you that you falsified your job application when you didn't put this down.  grounds for dismissal and no unemployment.
941309
It wiil show up.Just look for jobs that only ask if you have been convicted in the last 5 or 7 years.That way you can say no.Also,you can just put down that you'll discuss it in the interview,then ask for one.I had the same problem,but it can be worked around.Besides,I wouldn't want to work anywhere the wouldn't excuse past mistakes.What is important is what you are doing now,and how the experience can be used to benefit others.It doesn't have to be a negetive.Look for jobs that your experience can be used to your advantage.I became an Addictions Counselor.Now I make $70 per hour,per person,and I don't do  groups smaller than 20 people.That's $1400 an hour,three times a week,and insurance pays it.Not bad for a convicted felon,huh?So use this to your advantage,it can be done.Don't give up,and good luck to you.
929706
You may want to discuss this with the probation office you wishto work for.  In many areas they look for social science or social work degrees as much if not more than a criminal justice degree.\n\nAnd normally for a state probaton officer you are going to have about 400 applications for any one opening,  and over 1/2 of those will be from working police or correctional officers.\n\nThey see probation or parole often as a promotion or desk job where they get to work M to F .\n\nSo while you may meet requirements at a AA but if you don't have a BS or BA not much of a chnace for it
1110639
As others have stated here, you can get your record expunged.  However, there are a few facts you should know.  Expungement does not delete anything from your record.  What it does is update your record to relect that you retroactivly changed your plea to not guilty and judge is setting aside the conviction.  It does not delete the conviction.  Although you should contact an attorney to confirm everything I am saying, what I am saying in most cases will be correct.  What expungement does for you is allow you to fill out the secion on a job application that says have you ever been convicted of anything as a no.  It also gives you a legal basis to sue if you are denied a job, unless the job is for some government agency or a few other cases, based upon an expunged conviction.\n\nThe laws for expungement are different from state to state and county to county.  Check with the self help legal deparment.  Most counties have them.\n\nAlso in most cases you have to have paid your fine and done your probation, if any before you can be granted an expungement.  Also you usually have to wait 1 year after you have resolved all court ordered punishment.
222088
Hopefully, your infraction was only a youthful mistake from a distant past. Under federal law, agencies cannot report an arrest that from date of entry was more than seven years ago.\nThat said, honest is always the best policy and you should tell your employer all the facts.\nAlso, it is up to the employer to make the final decision, after being aware of your records.\nObviously, sensitive jobs, such as a bank teller or a preschool teacher, would rather not hire ex-convicts.\nBut you should still try and contact as many employers as possible. Again, the final decision is made by them and having broken the law does not automatically preclude you from a job.
25224
It is illegal for someone to not hire a person for previous criminal record...But what they usually do is give you some other excuse to try to not hire you...Next time tell your friend to be upfront with it first and they will know if they are going to get the job or not.
441432
That depends on what the one prior conviction was for. Assault with and deadly weapon, 245(a)(1) PC, is a potential felony for you. The sentence will really depend on if you caused any injury to the person and, if none, what the potential injury could have been. \n\nYour prior conviction could come into play if it was an assault or other type of violent crime. Ultimately, the judge will decide what you will get. No one here on this board can tell you.
1037302
Most licensing laws only automatically preclude people with felony convictions if the conviction is somehow directly related to the job for which you are requesting licensure.  Almost universally, you will have to disclose your criminal record on your licensure application and provide an explanation of the charges, outcomes and any restitution or punishment.  They will then most likely conduct a full criminal background check to make sure you told the truth.  The results of the background check and the information you provide on your application will then be reviewed by the licensing board to determine if they feel that your past criminal record would impact your ability to perform the duties of the license you're requesting.  Any decision they make will have to be made based on the policies and or laws that govern the license.  You can obtain a copy of the relevant policies and laws by contacting the licensing board and asking for a copy or by checking out their website.