Can Someone Answer this.

acw · Sep 22, 2007, 03:46 PM

Can Someone Please Answer this question?

I have been cruising this site and must say i find it very interesting and helpful.

I see alot of post from people who have been convicted of a felony...and want to drive a truck.

One thing i don't understand.

1) Why is it so difficult for a Felon to get a job as a OTC driver?

2) Why is it so difficult for a Felon to get a job as a truck driver?

I can understand if an excon wants to be a Teacher, Cop or Judge....i think that poses a problem....but a truck driver?

Please help me understand this...

thanks!

acw · Sep 25, 2007, 12:34 PM

Thanks Captain....

Anti-social???? ....haha...no...not at all....just a little cynical about the criminal justice system. Sometimes its difficult to get across the intended "spirit" of a post in a few sentences and words. Sorry if i went off on a tangent.

Temptation is a battle that everyone must grapple with. My choice on breaking the law versus not....is to Stay away from violating the law "and" avoiding any situation that might led to my compromise. This is not easy in our society.

Thanks for your comments...

Quote:

Originally Posted by CaptainRich

...Then, I'd like all to note a subtle change in the thread, from the potential stifling of opportunities available to felons to, now, the apparent anti-social twist.

....etc

The ultimate question is how you deal with any given temptation when confronted by it. Let your conscience be your guide and hope you make only the right choices.

acw · Sep 25, 2007, 12:39 PM

Thanks bud....that's encouraging....

BTW....to what do you attribute your success at finding Work?

I thought when you have a record....its next to impossible to get work?

Quote:

Originally Posted by excon

Hello acw:

It's difficult because people don't usually trust someone who has broken the law.

However, I do know excons who have jobs. Imagine that? Yes, I suppose they had to work a little harder to get them. But they DID get them. I think I even know some who drive trucks. As a matter of fact, they offered a CDL course in the latest joint I was in.

excon

PS> Actually, I have never had trouble getting a job..... I dunno why.

acw · Sep 25, 2007, 12:40 PM

Thanks Bush....appreciate the encouragement...

Quote:

Originally Posted by bushg

Acw If you are interested in driving OTR try a small trucking service. I work for a small company and we have a few felons, that have worked for us for quite a few years. These are people that made mistakes served their time and are very dependable employees. Good Luck

s_cianci · Sep 30, 2007, 11:07 AM

Having a criminal record makes it difficult or impossible to acquire any type of professional license, whether it be to practice medicine or law, teach children, drive a truck or cut hair. The state lumps all types of professional licenses issued by them into one pot and will not grant one to someone with a felony conviction.

cspotrun413 · Jan 18, 2008, 07:38 PM

Ok, my perspective is that it's not just the possibility of drug trafficking. You have to remember. A semi-truck and trailer are worth a lot of money, so is the load. It's a big responsibility. Yes there is insurance to pay for losses, but the rates go up with claims too.

Also, an 80,000 lb speeding bullet....in the hands of anyone irresponsible scares the crap out of me. That could hurt/kill so many people.



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