I am 19 now and expecting to be getting a 12 month sentence in a few weeks. Just want to know when I'm all finished with that if I would still be able to join the army or would having been in prison mean I have no chance.
2006-10-31 09:17:55 · 26 answers · asked by Mark 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Nope not as far as I understand,
Certainly you couldn't when my Hubby joined up
( I presume you are talking about the UK Army)
2006-10-31 09:20:22 · answer #1 · answered by flossybean 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It Should not be a problem ..... i joined 3 Para with a ABH / GBH still pending..! .... But it will be Harder , YOU have to prove that you cant take Shi t..when its given.....I went trough Hell ..but came out on top and made Sgt in 9 Months ....then went to "Another Regiment " for 4 years as a Small Arms instructor...
Im now 40 and retired from the Army , But still have "Jobs" over seas ( if you know what i mean ) .... Iv done the Falklands / Bosnia / GW1 / GW 2 / Iraq / and a few that i cant talk about...
But i have a 5 Bed House in Essex ...all mine and a Very Good pention from the uk goverment ...( (£ 60,000) Per year for doing "The odd Job"..
so dont worry mate .... Keep your head down , do as your told..... and you never know...you to could tell that **** at Sandhurst ( Harry ) to " Give me 10 Now "...! ..... Nuff Said.
2006-10-31 09:35:31 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It all depends what your conviction is for. Historically, a criminal record would have stopped you joining the forces, but that has now changed. Normally the severity of the offence governs the length of rehabillitaion period to be served before an application to join the forces will be allowed. Speak to your local Armed Forces careers office for clarity. Having just come to the end of 22 years in the Army, i recommend you go for it. Good luck.
2006-10-31 09:23:40 · answer #3 · answered by Bobo 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, per Army regulations you can join the Army with a criminal record as long as the crime was not a felony, certain drug charges or a domestic charge. Your local recruiter will be able to answer your question.
2006-10-31 09:32:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dosn't mean no chance but will make about 95% chance of not. Also depends on the crime. BUt 1 year prison sentence sounds like a bad one. Should have joined before you messed up and it might have helped you stay away from trouble. Sorry
2006-10-31 09:20:52 · answer #5 · answered by David 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have heard of people going to the Army with records but I think it depends on what you did. Contact your local Army recruiter when you get out.
Also....
I dont know where you are located but be sure to get your rap sheet to check for errors and if you have a felony and any number of misdemeanors you should apply for a certificate of relief and more than one felony you should apply for a certificate of rehabilitation this might lift any statutory bars to employment.
Good Luck
2006-10-31 09:37:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on what you are in jail for. There are even waivers for a felony offense. The military takes into account the backstory...the circumstances surrounding your conviction. There will be a waiting period, but it is possible to join even with a criminal record and jail time.
2006-10-31 09:23:00 · answer #7 · answered by theronjustron 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it is a felony then I'm sorry but your chances for joining are none.Hopefully it isn't a felony and the next time you'll think twice before u choose to do something against the law.Good luck
2006-10-31 09:23:49 · answer #8 · answered by sweet_thing_kay04 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the severity of the crime committed and whether or not you will be placed on probation or parole. Once released from prison talk to a recruiter and once you go through the process and they check your background you will have to go through a review board to see if they can get you in on a waiver.
2006-10-31 09:26:30 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, until recently you could not. The military has become so desperate for recruits that they have loosened a lot of their standards. Many of the old rules no longer apply. If we are still at war when you are released, give it a try. You may be pleasantly surprised. And really, if you have paid your debt to society, why shouldn't you serve your country?
2006-10-31 09:24:16 · answer #10 · answered by keepsondancing 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋