Is it possible for a convicted felon to become a corrections officer?

Answer 1

The "criminal justice field" is pretty broad so really it just depends on what you're looking for. In general terms, yes. Though a felon will never be able to be a police officer, district attorney (in most states because they are peace officers), Coroner's investigator (same reason), etc. because they have the ability to carry a firearm which is prohibited by federal law. Fields which wouldn't require carrying a firearm a felon abosulety COULD. Though actually getting a job would be difficult....

Answer 2

Every department has different criteria, but it is highly doubtful you would be employable.

I was in prison in Texas from January of 2008 until January 2010. Without any doubt in my mind, yes, a person with a felony can be a corrections officer, at least in the state of Texas. Some of the prison guards are ex-convicts. They have told me that their sentence had to be fully discharged before they got their jobs. Meaning, they couldn't be on parole.

Answer 3

The question is not specific enough to be answered. There are hundreds of jobs, of ALL types, in "the health field" that range all the way from un-skilled menial positions all the way up to brain surgeons. Some are licensed by the state, some are not. To be blunt, it is unlikely the state will grant a license to practice to someone with felony record. As, for non-licensed jobs, it is up to the employer as to whether they will hire someone with a felony record or not.

Answer 4

Certainly. However, a felon would be barred from most jobs in the criminal justice field as a consequence of a felony conviction.

Answer 5

Depends on the felony committed, biggest factor is whether it was a violent or non violent crime committed that would hinder an individual from employment.