How can a convicted felon get a job?

Answer by  flamiss22 (5081)

You may want to ask your parole officer if he has any leads on companies that will consider hiring you.

Answer by  worker2746 (2434)

A felon can get a job, but it is tough as they will not get to work in most service industries.

Answer by  gellinfelon (10)

Sometimes, honesty is the best policy. Some employers are willing to give someone a break if you explain the circumstances. There are different ways to do background checks and it's possible yours won't come up, but lying and saying you don't have a felony can be risky.

Answer by  Kriket (1029)

A felon who has served his time can get a job. It may not be glamorous, or with children, but there is work.

Answer by  Roland27 (16334)

Basically you have to know someone, start your own business, or go work for a small company. Most larger companies do background checks and will not hire convicted felons.

Answer by  dpauleyii (843)

Your vocational rehabilitation center is a state funded program that is put in place not only to train people who are displaced from a job, but also helps felons.