Serious responses only please. Due to a stupid action and an expensive crappy lawyer, my son is serving time. That being a done deal, what kind of jobs can he look to train or get education in that will allow him to live a productive life? Don't get me wrong, he did the "crime", but got much more of a punishment than should have been due to a poor plea bargain. He will be out before an appeal could take place so we are just trying to look forward. He is from upper middle class with good family support. I would be interested in hearing from anyone who has been in this position and was able to turn this into a positive life. Looks like a So. CA dude, not a criminal. Has an above average IQ. No violence committed, only stupidity. Thanks for your positive imput.
2006-08-11 02:25:24 · 6 answers · asked by Chloe 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
Yes, I can answer this for you. He needs to do THREE THINGS -
1. Apply at local temp agencies that do not require background checks. Some do and some don't. Call them and ask if they do. He needs to apply to every agency that doesn't require background checks. I know that in Dallas, Texas (for example), there are about 12 agenices that do NOT check.
2. Once he applies to all of the agencies (ALL OF THEM!!!), he will begin working small jobs. He needs to do three things - work HARD, arrive early and leave late, and NEVER complain.
3. Within time, he will be promoted from within and he can put his felony totally behind him.
That is how you do it!
2006-08-11 06:14:12 · answer #1 · answered by David S 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Needless to say a felony conviction has a tendency to throw a wrench into most any responsible and good paying job application. However there may be an avenue he can take. In some states there is a process for a pardon. I am not sure of the 'waiting period" before he can make application. In Connecticut the State Board of Parole has paperwork that can be filled out that when submitted is reviewesd by a panel. If the person has shown he or she has walked the straight and narrow and shown to be a productive member of society then the felony conviction is lifted and erased from their record.
It may be worthwhile to look into this. There is an awful lot of legwork and paperwork involved in this process that is the responsibilty of the applicant but I guess if you're serious about getting this stain off your record then you'll make the effort to do so.
Too bad about your kid. As far as plea bargins go...in Connecticut if you opt for a jury trial when offered the bargain and you're found guilty then the prosecutor usually ask (and gets) a penalty that screws you to the wall. instead of the 7 years to serve they whack you for 15. When people who refuse the plea see this mid-way through the trial and tell the judge they want to take the plea, the judge denies it and the trial continues.
Hope he has his head on straight when he finally gets out and causes you less aggravation and worry. Kids...just when you think you're free of grief and can relax.
Good luck
2006-08-11 09:36:54 · answer #2 · answered by Quasimodo 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First thing that came to mind was to enroll w a temp agency. They can place him in positions w companies that are NOT screening for felons. Could be a permanent or temporary position, or a temp to perm. He could very well end up at a place where, if he shows possibility, they will train to suit the job. It's a place to start anyway - one in which he won't have to face that question with interviewers too.
2006-08-11 09:30:22 · answer #3 · answered by hiddenhotty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I work in construction cleaning....a labor job but there is some room for promotions, such as crew lead. This could be a good temporary fit...not long term, but they hire felons. It's working for me for the time being. Pays higher than minimum wage at least; like $9-$10 per hour. Might be a good start.....like I said, it's working for me for now as a temporary step before getting a better job. Might be good for him also.
2014-11-06 18:03:39 · answer #4 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He should be able to get into any job he wants as long as he didn't steal anything and as long as he is up front about his crime on the application. If he stole then he needs to stay away from jobs that handle money or credit information and if he is upfront and truthful then he will get the job. If he lies and they check his criminal record then he will not be at the job for long. Most places will hire rehabilitated offenders as long as they are honest because they get compensation from the state to hire them.
2006-08-11 09:32:29 · answer #5 · answered by Diamond Freak :) 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may be different from state to state, but if you check in with the Unemployment Office locally, they can probably direct you to a state-run program that will provide free job training and job placement assistance. If he is under 21, Job Corps will also be able to assist.
Good luck to you, hope this helps.
2006-08-11 10:10:11 · answer #6 · answered by Jylsamynne 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋