Monthly Archives: June 2018
The Role That Having a Criminal Record Plays In Crime and Poverty
In March, Forbes featured an interesting multi-part series covering the impact a criminal record has on nearly 65 million Americans and their ability to find work, and how this ultimately leads to ongoing criminal activity and poverty. The last part of the series was featured on March 31st, which we discuss in greater detail… Read More »
Class Action Lawsuit Settlement Regarding Criminal Record Sealing Policies Filed In New York Federal Court
A settlement submitted to a federal court in New York for approval on April 5th highlights an important issue regarding employers and criminal record screening policies that result in discrimination. The case involved was brought as a class action lawsuit against the company Target for violations of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, alleging… Read More »
Another Negative Consequence of Having a Criminal Record: Denied Access to Crime Victim Services
Many people realize that America’s prisons are overcrowded and that having a criminal record—even one linked to a minor crime that’s 10 years old—can place innumerable hurdles in one’s way in terms of finding employment and housing. However, many do not realize that individuals with criminal records are also frequently denied access to crime… Read More »
