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Business Insider: “How to land a job when you have a criminal record”

Read this short article for advice on how and when to bring up a criminal record to a prospective employer

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Legal Action Center/National H.I.R.E. Network

Established by the Legal Action Center in 2001, the National Helping Individuals with criminal records Re-enter through Employment (H.I.R.E.) Network is both a national clearinghouse for information and an advocate for policy change.
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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.
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State Laws on Employer Use of Arrest and Conviction Records

Visit this site for information about your rights as they pertain to arrest and conviction records in various states