How Do You Find Employment With A Felony Charge?
You’ve been charged with a felony, and although in the eyes of the law you’re innocent until proven guilty, you’re concerned this charge will stand in the way of your finding employment. Take heart. There are steps you can take to educate, prepare and favorably present yourself in the course of a job interview that can decrease, and possibly erase, a potential employer’s concerns. Research the legality of employers in your state denying employment based on a felony charge. The easiest way to find this information is to contact the regional Department of Labor (DOL) and Employment. Click on your state; on the page that displays, click the labor and employment link (sometimes called the Department of Employment, Department of Labor, Human Resources, or Employment Administration); call the main number on the page that displays and ask for employment rights assistance. Obtain a copy of your arrest record and charges. This aids your ability to discuss the incident with potential employers.
