How serious is a misdemeanor on your record?

Answer:
Very serious! Here's a few things to consider:

  • companies can fire you at any moment without any prior notice if they find out that you have a conviction--if you did not include it on your application.

  • the law actually allows companies to deny you a job based solely on the reason that you were arrested.

  • your criminal record is available to anyone and by that we don't mean only your employer but also your co-workers.
  • landlords and public housing authorities can deny you housing based solely on your criminal record.
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