Can you practice law in California if you are a felon?

Answer 1

If the felon is able to get a bar license by the state, they can. Generally, a state bar will not give a license to an applicant with a felony record, but there are cases where this has been done.

In order to get a bar license, the state bar association examines your entire history, including criminal, credit, school, sometimes psychological, etc. They make a determination on whether or not you are fit to be granted the authority to practice law. They look at the whole picture. Generally, a felony will be enough that the committee will deny your application, but depending on the circumstances, the committee may determine that you have successfully rehabilitated and turned your life around and are now fit to be trusted with the responsibility.

Answer 2

There is no bar to attending law school and receiving a degree in the profession. The question becomes will the State Bar Association issue you a license to practice the law. You REALLY need to contact the California Bar to ascertain the official answer to your question.

Answer 3

If you can show the state that you have good moral character, which may be difficult to do with a felony conviction, and receive certification from the state, then yes, a felon can practice law.

It's very difficult to do, but possible; none-the-less.

Answer 4

The Bar for the state sets qualifications, so the answer may vary from state to state. It may also depend on the nature of the felony.

Answer 5

Unable to answer. You will have to contact the state Bar Association of whatever state you wish to practice in to determine the OFFICIAL answer to this question.