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Hello,My name is Denise. I am a 28-year-old female and have two felony convictions from over three years ago, both drug-related. I have been in recovery for over three years, have completed a technical diploma for human services, and am currently a youth counselor/ case manager at a local shelter home. My hopes have been to become a nurse. However, I have no idea if this is possible and neither

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Ex-offender with misdemeanors need job search advice  Hello Mr. Mayo,I was reading your blogspot about who women who was having difficulties finding employment because of felonies on her record in North Carolina . I do not have any felonies, but I occurred 2 misdemeanors in one night. Disorderly Conduct, and Resisting Arrest. I am talking with lawyers and hopefully these charges will be

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Felon wants job as a Teacher Hello, I was wondering if you know whether or not a felon can become a high school teacher in Illinois or Oregon? My husband was convicted of residential burglary when he was 17 (as an adult) but has not been in any trouble since.  He is now 31. Thank you for your time. Felon wants job as a Teacher Too many ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs

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Felon wants job as a mechanic   I am a 25-year old graduate student and I am currently engaged to a good man who helps me take care of my daughter. However, times are really hard for us right now, as my fiance is 31-years old and has been out of work for 2 years. In 2007, he please guilty to conspiracy to commit robbery or carjacking (which is how it is listed on his record). This actual

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By Kevin Michael Briscoe,   Zenger News  May 27 , 2021 In May 2012, Colin Slaven was in what he called “the worst time of my life” after he pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud for his part in an $800,000 auto loan scheme. About six months into his 21-month sentence, British-born Slaven found himself flailing in a South Carolina federal correctional facility that was as alien to him

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Felon feels background checks are unfair What happens when a potential employer does a background check on you  Hi Eric, Thanks for allowing this email, and starting your blog. Although I do not know your credentials, or where you get your knowledge, just knowing there is an open discourse is helpful to those of us who feel desperate. I am an ex offender who was convicted

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Felons should apply for all jobs they qualify for Expungement gives felons a second chance HELP! I am a 25 year old who is a recovering addict from an auto accident which almost killed me. I am highly educated in Finance/Accounting. I worked on Wall Street and was well paid as an intern. I am now on a three year probation. I was hired at a very good company in NYC before the court

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Good References help Ex-offenders and Felons get Jobs   More and more employers are paying attention to references when trying to decide who to hire.  Ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs should have good references that will help them make a good impression on employers.  There are employers that will hire a felon.  A strong set of references from the right people can help you get hired.

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originally published by Charisse Jonesfor USA TODAYBack in 2015, Bill Livolsi Jr. had no trouble finding work even though he'd been convicted of wire fraud and was upfront with potential employers about his crime.But that was before the COVID-19 pandemic."I am applying to jobs left, right and sideways, " says Livolsi, who has been looking for work since April when he was released from federal

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How Felons Can Land Jobs Today Finding a job in this day and age is different than it was even five years ago.  The computer age has changed the way we look for and apply for jobs.  Felons looking for jobs face different challenges than other job seekers.  By using some different techniques, felons can dramatically increase their job opportunities.  Take a look at these tips and your next job

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Can a Juvenile Felon get Jobs in Healthcare?   I was 16 years old,  I got arrested. I was put in the wrong situation which involved my mother and her boyfriend. I was told they took a plea and allowed the felony to be put on me. I went and got certified in nursing was working for 12 years and now it is haunting me. I love healthcare and want to try to stay in the field. I feel that

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by Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr.Posted on January 07, 2021 in Discrimination, Labor and EmploymentThe Criminal History Record Information Act Protects Your RightsUnder ideal circumstances, once you’ve been convicted for a crime and served your sentence, your punishment should be over. You should be able to go on to build a new life and contribute to society in a positive way.However, for many

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CHARLES FOX / STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERby Nick Vadala Originally published in the Philadelphia Inquirer, In the United States, there is an estimated total of between 70 million and 100 million people who have some type of criminal record. And for many of them, elements of everyday life such as finding an apartment or job, or applying for some types of public aid are often very difficult, if not

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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

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By Dr. Michael Pittaro, Faculty Member, Criminal Justice at American Military University Every week, more than 10,000 prisoners are released from America’s state and federal prisons, equating to more than 650,000 ex-prisoners annually reintegrating into society, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. However, recidivism rates are extremely high with approximately two-thirds of

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COURTESY PHOTO | Charles participated in the STEP Forward program, which runs through the McHenry County Workforce Network and is designed to fill local employers’ needs while giving ex-offenders an opportunity for employment. “I’m so grateful for them,” Charles said.by Susan W. Murray, The Woodstock IndependentCharles, a 41-year-old McHenry County resident, grew up “in a diverse community where

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J.T. Weis - The Detroit News Picture by By https://kazan.vperemen.com/ At Abcor Industries we live out the triple bottom line: people, planet, and profit. This is driven by my faith, which teaches that all people are of equal value, redeemable and entitled to the dignity that God intended when he created us. After years of working in the corporate world, my desire to live a more meaningful

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Can I get a Professional Job with a Criminal Record? Hello, I have been trying to get a job with an insurance company or large law firms and no one is calling me back. I assume it is because I was arrested in 2002 and plead out to probation. I am not a convicted felon, but that is still on my record. Also, I have an arrest for battery on my record, but the case got thrown out. Can

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There are grants available for felons who are looking to start a small business.Donna Fuscaldo - Business.comFinding a job after incarceration has long been a challenge. Having a felony on your record carries a huge stigma when you are seeking employment. According to the Brookings Institution, close to half of ex-prisoners have no reported earnings in the initial years following their release.

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Felons' mom wants to help them get  jobs A CLOSER LOOK AT THE FAMILIES OF MASS INCARCERATION I live in North Carolina and I have two sons. One is 24 and the other is 21. The 24 year old got in trouble 5 years ago for DWI and for having less than an ounce of marijuana on him. He went to rehab and has worked construction and done pylon work. He can not get employment anywhere because of his

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Originally published at Forbes.comYou make a lot of potentially life-changing decisions when you’re a boss. You promote someone — or you have to let them go. You give someone a raise. You send a new product into the world. But none of these has been as life changing as the times my partner and I have been able to give a job candidate a second chance at life simply by hiring them. These are

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Can You Start a Business With a Criminal Record?Yes, you can. Go get 'em, boss!Originally published at Entrepreneur.comHaving a criminal record can make it difficult to get hired, find a place to live and many other basic tasks. But can it stop you from starting your own business? The short answer is, no it can't stop you.Former criminals can benefit from starting a business in several important

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I have a misdemeanor on my record which is forgery and its hard finding a job. Do you have any tips on how to get a job with that on my record?Jam, Trying to get a job with a misdemeanor Hello Jam, Your particular charge is what is classified as an "integrity" crime. In the eyes of some, you cannot be trusted.  This means you will have a very difficult time getting a job anywhere money or

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Will moving to another state help a felon get a job? Hello Mr. Mayo, Thank you for this blog.  I live in San Francisco, California.  I have multiple convictions for a few things.  I was talking to someone here and they told me that because I have a record in California, I should move to another state.  My record will not show up in another state.  I have relatives in Illinois.  Will moving

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If you are at home in the daytime, I'm sure you have seen countless commercials from career schools promising  new careers and brighter futures for unemployed people.  If you don't have a job or have no idea where your life is going, these schools appear to the be the answer to a lot of prayers. These career academies or adult education schools offer the hope of well paying careers as

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