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Do companies have the right to exclude a candidate from a job position based on a felony conviction?
I was recently hired by an IT consulting firm to do a software deployment for a major bank. The consulting firm investigated my background, after I had fully disclosed the information to them. They found that my record SINCE the offense had been excellent and my references highly recommended me. They spoke with me personally about the details and circumstances of the offense and deemed that the nature of the offense and the time since the offense were not enough to keep them from hiring me for the position.
Their client, (the major bank), on the other hand, did no investigation, no personal contact, no nothing, except see that I have a felony conviction on my record from 14 years ago and immediately denied my presence on the project.
I freely admit to a mistake. I have gone on with a productive life and a proven track record since that time. How long do I have to pay for a mistake? Do I have ANY recourse in this matter? I have investigated having the conviction expunged from my record, only to be told that it was not possible due to my age at the time of the conviction. All I want is to provide a decent life for my wife and children. Does anyone have any suggestions at all?
dahbuldee -
If you look at the applications of some of the big employers here, they will still follow WAC 162-12-140 (10 year limitation, though for some reason I have not found yet, they limit it to 7 - possibly because of the consumer report). Even in accounting jobs I have applied for, the application was the same. I think the general accounting recruiters are stretching it to say just because you are in accounting you are handling proprietary info or items of value, but I would not worry about them. Most of their jobs are not worth pursuing. They are not worth your time. They are not worth my time.
I have always found a way, and any of us can. Don't think about all the B.S. they throw at you - think about everything you have going for you and stay hopeful. It always works out - it has and it will. Screw anyone else who tells you different. At most we could use some energies to get some laws changed, but don't let their judgment of you affect you. They are seeing an illusion my friend. For example, my previous employers would be shocked to know I was a felon. They would not believe it - which is why all of this is so distorted and ridiculous. We cannot be defined or judged by our past, because, for most of us, it is not even who we are today. So screw them, just keeping moving towards what you want and you will get it. They cannot stop it.
Hey all, I can honestly tell you that I know of no state where it is unlawful for them to discriminate against a felon, every industry can in every state and it's legal, 100%. Yes it's a PITA but it can be done. I've worked as the head of an IT department in an engineering firm, and been denied work at the local Home Depot! So basically it's a gamble on finding an employer that will work with you. Right now, the only job I have been able to find is one where I work 16 hours a day and get paid for 40 because I'm salaried and exempt. Want to talk about hurting your family life? My wife and kids hate that I only see them on the weekends but I have no other choice in the matter because no one else in this town will hire me.
So, good luck on finding that needle in a haystack.
Do companies have the right to exclude a candidate from a job position based on a felony conviction?
I was recently hired by an IT consulting firm to do a software deployment for a major bank. The consulting firm investigated my background, after I had fully disclosed the information to them. They found that my record SINCE the offense had been excellent and my references highly recommended me. They spoke with me personally about the details and circumstances of the offense and deemed that the nature of the offense and the time since the offense were not enough to keep them from hiring me for the position.
Their client, (the major bank), on the other hand, did no investigation, no personal contact, no nothing, except see that I have a felony conviction on my record from 14 years ago and immediately denied my presence on the project.
I freely admit to a mistake. I have gone on with a productive life and a proven track record since that time. How long do I have to pay for a mistake? Do I have ANY recourse in this matter? I have investigated having the conviction expunged from my record, only to be told that it was not possible due to my age at the time of the conviction. All I want is to provide a decent life for my wife and children. Does anyone have any suggestions at all?
Frustrated
Im having the same problem currently. I am stuck in construction with no opportunity for advancement. I wish I could help you. If you come across anything post it.
I am going to be in the same boat but I am going back to college for Construction management, will I have a hard time trying to find a job in that field?
So what should I do? I am going to be convicted on a white collar crime(the ing US Attorney isnt let me offer on this) and from what I heard I can still go to med school because the med review board in most states will give you a chance.
I dunno, dude. Doctor or construction???? Let's see - I'd choose doctor. However, before I invested in 8 years of school based solely on what I "heard", I'd check out the state medical requirements BEFOREHAND.
From what I have read most states will let you practice(I want to live somewhere on the west coast) and in California they are super easy as long as you didnt kill anyone because spending 8(in my case 6 plus residency)years in college is showing social change. So why not? I guess I just answered my question...
There are different types of felonies in the U.S. Its true that you can expunge a felony after 7 years if its state. A federal felony is there for LIFE, unless the President pardons you, which never happens.
have felonies for drug possession and breaking probabtion - have found it impossible to find a tech rep job or to get an apartment. Is there any help for this? Have been clean since January '06.
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