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10 Smart Tactics to get a Job with a Criminal Record

Visit this site to learn about industries that do not require background checks, how to check your records for errors, get records expunged or sealed, and other helpful advice

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Jails to Jobs

Jails to Jobs, a Section 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is an organization that gives ex-offenders the tools they need to find employment. On this website you’ll find a step-by-step plan to follow as you carry out your job search.

Employment Background Checks: A Job Seekers Guide

Privacy Rights Clearhouse, a legal nonprofit, provides this guide to background checks.  This guide explains what can be covered in a background report, your rights under the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and what you can do to prepare for a background check.  It also explains your right to get a copy of a background check and what to do if your report includes inaccurate or incomplete information. 

Sealing Criminal Records Colorado

This legal office gives information on sealing records so you do not have negative impacts in seeking employment.  A record seal in Colorado is when a person gets his/her criminal history hidden from public view.

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The National Reentry Resource Center

The Reentry Services Directory was developed by the National Reentry Resource Center (NRRC) to help individuals who have been incarcerated, and their families, find local reentry services. The NRRC has compiled a list of organizations and service providers who can address different reentry needs, including housing, employment, and family reunification.