Paying Attention to Job Concerns in Criminal Defense Cases
If you have been charged with a crime, it is natural for you to be concerned about any jail time you might be facing. But if you are like many people, another major concern you should pay attention to is the impact of a criminal record on your current employment and future job prospects.
At The Schellert Law Firm in St. Charles, Missouri, we explore all options for helping our clients avoid damaging criminal record consequences. Contact us for a free initial consultation with knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer Ryan Schellert.
Avoiding Criminal Records for Theft and White Collar Charges
White collar crimes — such as fraud and embezzlement — and theft offenses can be among the most serious for your criminal record. When employers see that you have been convicted of or even charged with one of these crimes, they will usually take it as evidence of dishonesty.
People with theft and white collar crimes on their records typically find it extremely difficult to get jobs where they would have access to money or property.
If you have been charged with shoplifting, writing bad checks or a similar charge, you may be tempted to just plea guilty in order to make your case go away. However, if you do that, the charges will almost certainly end up on your criminal record.
Evaluating All Criminal Charges in Terms of Job Consequences
Criminal convictions that have nothing to do with money or property can still have an impact on your job. Many employers will be much less likely to consider hiring someone with a criminal record, even if the charges are totally irrelevant to the duties of the job in question.
No matter if you are a new hire or the president of a company you can still find yourself facing criminal charges. For instance, you may have gotten into a bar fight and charged with assault and battery. Or maybe you have had trouble keeping up with child support payments and gotten charged with nonsupport.
Whatever your criminal charges, don't hesitate to contact us to consult with an attorney who will help you choose a criminal defense strategy focused on avoiding serious job consequences.
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