Can a convicted felon become a US Marine?

Felons Wanting to be Marines Beware!

While I wouldn't "hold my breath" expecting a waiver from the Marine Corps for a felony conviction, "anything is possible" judging by the below Navy/Marine Corps Criteria:

http://usmilitary.about.com/od/marines/l/blcriminal7.htm

GFM
Lt USMC Ret.
Former 2X Recruiter

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