I have a misdemeanor for retail theft and am considering training for a career in criminal justice as a victim's advocate. How is this going to affect my future career and also what is one of the best online training schools available?
2006-10-04 08:41:26 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I have worked in retail for 11 years. There is a list, called the "black list" of all people who have worked retail and been caught stealing either merchandise or money. They are put on a list to Do Not Hire.
But, I do not think it will mess you up in the academy.
Good luck Hon, in your new start!
2006-10-04 09:03:08 · answer #1 · answered by Gothic Martha™ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The classification of misdemeanor or felony depends on the value of the theft. In California, if the theft was less than $400, it's a misdo, if it's $400 or more, it's a felony. Also, if the amount is over $400 and he entered the store with the intent to steal, then it was a "burglary"... or.. entering a building with the intent to commit a felony... The burg can also be charged as a misdo or a felony... Too many unknown factors to help you much.
2016-03-18 04:43:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since retail theft isn't a victimless crime, you may find it hard to get a job as a victim's advocate. I think that your record would show a conflict of interest.
2006-10-04 08:44:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your serious?
Your training won't be affected. Online schools take money from everybody. But employers providing that line of work will likely frown on your record.
2006-10-04 08:43:47 · answer #4 · answered by non_apologetic_american 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋