2006-07-14 09:18:22 · 7 answers · asked by latidotty 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
As any lawyer will tell you: it depends. Depends on what the felony was, how long ago it was, what evidence the person can show that indicates that they learned from their experience and have changed, etc.
The burden is on the applicant to demonstrate that he or she is suitable to practice law. A felony makes this difficult, but not impossible.
2006-07-14 09:24:18 · answer #1 · answered by JoeSchmoe06 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends. Each state has its own bar so you should research per that state. typically, anyone (a felon or not) may be refused a license if you commit an offense of moral turpitude or are deemed dishonest. if you have committed a felony, you might want to check to see if it is capable of being sealed and/or expunged. Also, you should consult with a lawyer who has experience representing people before the state bar disciplinary and judiciary review board.
whatever you do, do not lie about the offense on a law school application or to the state bar, they do a thorough background check.
2006-07-14 09:24:55 · answer #2 · answered by Darth Plagueis 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Varies from State to State but it would be very hard to get bar admitted.
2006-07-14 13:25:20 · answer #3 · answered by strangedaze23 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. If you have a felony conviction, you cannot be an attorney.
2006-07-14 09:20:46 · answer #4 · answered by rockinout 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't know why not. Heck lawyers are all crooks.
2006-07-14 09:22:11 · answer #5 · answered by happydawg 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yup ...a jail house lawyer.
2006-07-14 09:22:08 · answer #6 · answered by hector 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They're obviously not good enough at NOT getting caught, so no.
2006-07-14 09:23:13 · answer #7 · answered by Lisa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋