How Can a Criminal Conviction Impact Your Employment or Professional Life?

Employers have a right to preserve the safety and efficiency of their workplaces; therefore, conducting background checks is a logical step in the hiring process. As a result, having a criminal record can impact your chances of obtaining or keeping a certain job. Many employers view a criminal record as an indication of a person’s trustworthiness and reliability, and they will often reject job applicants with criminal convictions.

If you have a criminal record, you need the advice of an experienced lawyer who can help you navigate the job market. A lawyer will be able to determine if potential employers are violating your rights. Fighter Law has a talented team of lawyers who are ready to fight for you.

Having a Criminal Record May Negatively Impact Your Employment Prospects

Not only do employers want to find the best employees to fit certain roles, but employers also conduct background checks as a way to protect themselves from potential future negligence claims. Unfortunately, people tend to make quick judgments when they learn about someone’s past. Such is the case when employers are conducting background checks on job applicants.

There are certain characteristics that employers may associate with someone who has a criminal record. For example, employers might assume a person with a criminal record is not honest, trustworthy, or responsible. The truth of the matter is that employers often reject job applicants whose background checks reveal criminal convictions. If you are trying to reenter the workforce after a criminal conviction, you should consult with a lawyer to make sure your rights are being protected.

In addition to preventing you from getting a specific job, having a criminal conviction on your record may also cause you to lose your current job. Florida, like other states, has certain licensed professions. Such professions include law, medicine, dentistry, accounting, teaching, and more. Upon a conviction, a person holding such a professional license may be forced to surrender the license and no longer practice in that profession. Losing your professional license can have a devastating impact on your mental health, finances, and life as a whole. 

What Can You Do to Get a Job if You Have a Criminal Record?

If you are searching for a job with a criminal conviction on your record, you need to be proactive in your approach. Your criminal conviction will come up in a background check; therefore, you may benefit from researching the positions that will not require such a check. Background checks, however, are fairly common and often unavoidable. You may want to apply to positions that have nothing in common with the nature of your past crime.

For example, a person with a DUI conviction should not apply to be a taxi driver, and a person with a theft conviction should not apply to work at a bank. Finding employment after a criminal conviction is not impossible, but it will require patience, time, and effort.

An additional measure you can take in your search for employment is seeking legal advice. An experienced lawyer can determine if a potential employer is violating your rights and advise you accordingly. You can also work with an attorney to explore the expungement process or try to have certain records sealed.

Let Fighter Law Help You Understand Your Rights in Your Search for Employment

Having a criminal conviction on your record can negatively impact your employment prospects. Finding a job is often difficult because many employers reject job applicants with criminal convictions. We understand your desire to reenter the workforce and your frustration with the process, and we want to help you today. At Fighter Law, we believe in second chances. Do not hesitate to connect with our team of attorneys for advice as you continue for job search.

Fighter Law’s team consists of board-certified attorneys who are prepared to protect your rights and offer top-notch legal advice. To schedule a consultation, call (407) 344-4837 or fill out our contact form here.

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