How long will it take me to get....?

Question

a good job because i have a felony on my background? I had several interviews but I'm most certain it was my background check that stopped me. How can i change or fix this problem?

***I always put it on my application because i really want the job and if they did check they want say i lied on app. but that still doesn't work..

Answer 1

be honest about your past and don't go for jobs where a felony will not help you like anything to do with money or kids the felony will hurt you you cant fix a felony its a permanent mark on your record

Answer 2

Are you attacking this head on in your interviews? Or just writing it on your application and hoping they don't find out.

If you are trying to get a job with a company that you know does background checking, then you need to just be up front and honest in the interview. I wouldn't bring it up until the end, and then only if they act like they are really interested in you, but I think if you come clean, eventually, someone will cut you a break.

But, not knowing what your felony was for, or what type jobs you are applying for, no one could say for sure.

Answer 3

if more than 5 years since last date of probation
hire a attorney to get felony expunged

Answer 4

If you are rightfully convicted of a crime, you can't have your criminal record expunged. Just keep trying till you find that job you're looking for.

Answer 5

Just keep looking and be honest and tell employers your situation up front most are willing to work with you.

Answer 6

I honestly dont know but you can apply for a newspaper job because they dont really care who they hire...