I came upon a very intresting question online. Thought i would share. A person from pennsylvania is a convicted felon in 1999 of statutary sexual assult and burglery. It seems after reserch this person did thier time and has never been convicted of anything again. In fact the kid claims he now has a paralegal degree. So im wondering. In pennsylvaina. Is it possible for a felon to get a educational pardon to pursue law school. Educated answers only please. And NO this is a third party question and it is not me. I just found this question very intresting
2007-11-01 16:30:14 · 5 answers · asked by layaway_central 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Okay, to my limited understanding, you can acquire a degree in almost anything, even with a felony conviction (with the exception of nursing in some states). Now, that doesn't mean that you will be able to practice law. There might be laws in Pennsylvania against him practicing it, but colleges are businesses, too. A felons money is as good as anyone else’s. Now, I am not certain about paralegals. But, do know that in Texas (where I reside) you can not be a felon and work on peoples air conditioners. It puts you in their homes and in a position of trust. After several incidences where people were hurt because of companies forgoing background checks, laws were put into place to hopefully prevent the hiring of felons into professions that gain them access to your homes. I know someone who went to school, got a degree, and later found out that he was un-hirable because of his prior record. A lot of grief could have been avoided if the school had been up front. But, like I said, they are profitable, just like any other non charity organization. Now, this is based on theories and personal experience, but it is definitely worth looking into. Remember, though, just because a person may or may not be able to learn the profession, doesn't guarantee them the ability to practice it!
2007-11-01 16:55:25 · answer #1 · answered by Julie Has Left The Building.... 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most states does not allow felons to become lawyers. Law schools will conduct background checks simply because it could be required by state law or required by court order of the State Supreme Court. Your best bet is to discuss your concerns with the admissions office of the law school you anticipate attending.
I live in Michigan and I know under Michigan law. Felons are not allowed to be admitted to a law school
2007-11-01 23:40:52 · answer #2 · answered by J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you have to go to law school for a paralegal degree.
It may be a 2 year degree/certificate program.
Paralegals help lawyers, do research, etc.
2007-11-01 23:50:01 · answer #3 · answered by Bill 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is a paralegal degree? It's a certificate. Like a medical tech.
2007-11-01 23:35:55 · answer #4 · answered by fionabtoo 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Anyone can earn any degree, no matter what their criminal background is.
2007-11-02 00:12:59 · answer #5 · answered by Ashley 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋