2007-03-12 18:38:12 · 4 answers · asked by Mi vida 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
It depends on the state.
I hate when someone answers that way but I can't remember exactly which states allow it. I know there are only 2. I think California is one...
2007-03-16 13:59:27 · answer #1 · answered by BeachBum 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All states require some type of moral character determination as part of the process of becoming licensed to practice law.
Whether a felony automaticall disqualifies a person varies by state. Some states apply a time limit, some limit it to certain types of felonies, etc. Each state defines its own rules.
2007-03-13 01:41:43 · answer #2 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
A felon can be a lawyer if the crime he committed does not involve moral turpitude under the Rules of Court.
2007-03-13 01:45:34 · answer #3 · answered by FRAGINAL, JTM 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, lawyers are officers of the court, and covicted felons do NOT qualify for this position.
2007-03-13 07:39:58 · answer #4 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋