How Do I Start Over After A Felony Charge?

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[@TheLuxeTraveler702]

You can hear in his voice he sounds defeated😔 I hope he pushes through. He needs a support group of strong men around him.

[@tenhundredkills]

I've been in his shoes. The only reason I was able to get the job I have is because I found a support group of others that have been in similar situations. To say it's tough is an understatement, but pushing through is the best thing you can do for yourself!

[@jeep19]

Anything's better than what he had...

[@Alexander-wb5sc]

He killed himself. Very sad

[@Alexander-wb5sc]

@TAD google it

[@porobignardi8369]

Usa truly sucks

[@vangtk10]

His lawyer advised the caller to plead no contest because that was the easiest way for the lawyer to get paid. Less work, easy money.

[@aeromedical6750]

@Tou Vang - people should never plead guilty or no contest to something they didn’t do. This is especially true if you are being accused of A/B on a Police Officer. The jails are full of people who claim innocence after pleading guilty or no contest. A plead of no contest simple means you are choosing not to contest the charges. This is really just semantics.

[@aeromedical6750]

@chizplayaz - tell you what, if you’re truly innocent and you take the advice of an attorney to plead guilty, that’s your idiot move. You don’t get to cry “foul” after the fact. I’ll assure you this guy was probably intoxicated or just being an a$$hole and made an aggressive move on a cop. He was probably advised to plead no contest in lieu of a trial to mitigate his sentence. That doesn’t make him innocent.

[@bettysmith7045]

OR the evidence of his guilt was overwhelming and he would have lost at trial.

[@bettysmith7045]

@@aeromedical6750 are you a flight medic or nurse?

[@aeromedical6750]

@Betty Smith - When I was still on active duty in the Army, I served at the base where we trained flight medics and flight nurses. I am neither a medic or nurse. I just thought the name was pretty cool and took it. 😎😎

[@lolaclyde7915]

I had a friend once that got charged with assault w/deadly weapon, and the weapon was a broom. After hearing all he went through with the criminal justice system, my takeaway was this: Never EVER lay your hands on someone, no matter how angry you are, unless you feel your life is in danger or they initiate it. Avoid at all costs, getting entangled in the criminal justice system. It's a racket.

[@dalepak1955]

So, leave no witnesses.😎

[@staceystrukel1917]

Really? That made you realize dont put your hands on someone unless it's to defend a life? We teach preschoolers that. If your physically fighting with someone you are a neanderthal and you deserve jail.

[@ryanpark2049]

@@staceystrukel1917 You do realize there are people who defended their lives and been later charged with a crime, right?

[@jesvans]

@@ryanpark2049 no, he is stupid.

[@jesvans]

it is a racket, "especially" if your a white guy.

[@rbraxton00]

Run you own business, is probably the best advice.

[@ErrorPagenotFound-ig1cy]

She Wolf can you stop that dumb assumption that when a person leaves a country, their criminal history does not go with them?

[@jellybeans9283]

Yeah, just ask Jamal it's easy and always lucrative (sarcasm)

[@craigslistrro709]

@@ErrorPagenotFound-ig1cy And in some cases you cannot enter another Country with a felony.

[@Alpha_apex]

She Wolf criminal record doesn’t effect you starting a business. Only when applying for jobs. You would be surprised of the criminal past a lot of the businesses owned by some people you have already walked in. But you would never know.

[@antdeep001]

She Wolf when you become a felon your passport gets taken away

[@ronharmsen8466]

Did you hear that?! He said "...I'm ready to give up on everything..." Dont give up, sir. It looks rough now, but you can turn things around.

[@TheLuxeTraveler702]

Right. He sounds defeated😔 makes me sad to hear. I hope he pushes through. He needs a support group of strong men around him.

[@bettysmith7045]

The poor guy needs a hug, for sure, and someone to console him in real life.

[@oneeyedman99]

Maybe, maybe not. It's basically up to us the voters--if we want people like this to have a chance to turn things around, then they can. If we don't, they can't.

[@bobfeczko6828]

I was charged with a felony conviction of criminal mischief at 17 and I had a job and saved $3000 and than I got charged and owed $3757.50 and I saved the $757.50 and I paid it and I did feel defeated, and almost did give up. One year later at 18 I had $20,000 in bank account and investments. It does get better. Just need to budget properly and remember that money comes and it goes. And now my felony conviction was expunged

[@pauldeven9121]

when?

[@thefraseman]

What an amazing call. Who else out there is answering these type of questions for all to see. Answer: No one. Good job Dave

[@XXgamemaster]

fraser morgan All Dave did was say “get a life.” Gee you think?! That’s what he’s trying to do. The caller is asking Dave HOW?

[@Zichqec]

@@XXgamemaster The question was should he start paying off debt or should he keep throwing money trying to clear the felony from his record. Dave's answer was that, given what little info he has on a brief radio call, it sounds like he should work on his debt and his life because it's unlikely that he'll be able to clear the felony. Dave did answer his question pretty clearly. Don't waste your time, money, and energy on what may never happen, go and have a life instead and put this behind you.

[@Clickerenowwww]

I hate the system!! So what if a person has a felony! If the person did their time, that means he paid his debt to society! This is why we have so many people that return to prison after they get out! Noone will give them a second chance!

[@ErrorPagenotFound-ig1cy]

j throckmorton my thoughts, exactly

[@marsworld7513]

Depends on the crime.

[@heathmcconnell3901]

@j throckmorton I would argue that child molesters should get a life sentence with no parole. People with other felonies (cop assault included) who have served their time have, in my opinion, paid their debt to society; and their rights should be restored. If they're too dangerous to have their rights restored, they're too dangerous to be out on the streets in the first place.

[@ErrorPagenotFound-ig1cy]

Nope. As an employer, I WOULD NOT jeopardize my employee’s welfare by hiring an ex-convict especially with this caller’s crime. I would not want to get sued by my employees should any incident happen.

[@signsofthetimes886]

@@ErrorPagenotFound-ig1cy exactly

[@easttexasfarmer956]

This is why our criminal justice system is so effed up. You do the crime, you definitely deserve to to the time. However, THAT SHOULD BE IT!!! Once theyve done their time - Locking someone out of opportunities for life is cruel and unusual punishment. Why else do you think we have so many repeat offenders??? By doing it this way, we’re basically punishing someone for LIFE!!! That’s wrong.

[@TheBatugan77]

No it isn't.

[@brianmarquez22]

I agree, but I'm sure they know that the ex felons will come back which means more money

[@lorddaddy5912]

I've been considering taking my own life because of it.

[@lolac1ark]

@@lorddaddy5912 there is hope. Plenty of videos of felons that turn around. You can do this.

[@lorddaddy5912]

@@lolac1ark thank you

[@mleezy930]

We are all one bad decision away from prison. I wish people understood how quickly these circumstances happen

[@DwayneDaniel-gk4xz]

Reliable and trustworthy, *911 Mike Help* a service you can always count on.

[@jaymen3250]

This hits home for me. I was advised to plead No Contest to a Felony charge for a fight I got into when I just defended myself. Wish I didn’t listen to the Lawyer, He just wanted a quick payday. But I still feel blessed. I’m working on an Expungement of my record, and God is great. Life comes and goes fast and beautiful with some disruption , or slow and painful. We chose how to feel everyday.

[@miguelrobb5719]

So you ended up getting a felony because of that?

[@Ant0417]

It’s not a felony “charge”, it’s a felony conviction since he’s already served time. He just needs to give up trying to fight it and work for himself. A felony conviction won’t hinder a self employed contractor in the oil field.

[@arnold17]

I feel felony charges should expire after 10 years after being released with no other convictions. Why keep someone down when they’ve already paid their debt to society (jail time) and they’ve gone 10 years without another conviction? People make mistakes, people change.

[@jefar53]

I agree bro

[@brittanyschneider5235]

Agreed.

[@lorddaddy5912]

Going on 12 years......and have been considering killing myself.

[@jhondysuarez3498]

@@lorddaddy5912 Don’t man. There’s more to life, Jesus loves you keep your head up 🙏🏾

[@TibGamingShow]

@frank's mobile advertising savage 😂😂😂

[@Fuji_Investments]

The reality is the world doesn’t treat people with a felony well. Going to be very hard finding a decent job and opportunities overall are limited. I wish the best for this man.

[@zoemayne]

The system is designed to keep felons down and in jail. Or living under the table.

[@alex2143]

But preferably in jail where they contribute to the bottom line of the for-profit prison industrial complex. Sickening.

[@mikemcbeth3216]

Yess when your in prison they make money

[@ashketchumali]

As it should

[@ROCKETS2965]

Simple solution is to not commit a felony...

[@twincitydezray]

The catch is that they keep felons down because minorities who were raised poor commit more felonies....which means they keep minorities down by law

[@tylerhern9060]

I will agree with Dave here, leaving the poor past behind is sometimes just what we need. “Never remind a man who is trying to change of his past” In a few years, this thing will be a blip on the radar for this guy. But it will forever build character. Something this guy wil never forget

[@I.am.RosaMarie]

👏👏👏👏👏

[@Daphattack]

Beautifully stated. Turn your life around. He has he ability to make a great life for himself and who knows? Later on employ other people in his situation and help others turn their lives around too.

[@tylerhern9060]

Intraspective well, that is one way it will effect him I guess. But if he has no plans on leaving the states it wont. In terms of him being “successful” it will add a slight struggle, but by no means will it effect him drastically

[@hondah35]

@@bondedstars Huh? There's a car ferry Bellingham to Anchorage

[@hondah35]

@@bondedstars Wow I stand corrected

[@clintbeastwood1947]

Wait 7 years and pay the $2-3000 fee to get it expunged. You been out 2 years so there’s 5 years left. You can find work until then keep at it man you got this!

[@cincinnatislider]

Start a KZbin channel telling shocking prison stories and advocating for prison reform.

[@Xantank]

West Watson is that you?

[@fastfeets2695]

After prison show, look for it on KZbin

[@HokageKyubiNaruto]

Lockdown23and1

[@elitefew8537]

big herk bustin cheeks

[@boskey10]

"I'll never forget" Lawton.

[@Sultanrx]

Its never too late to start over until its too late and that is, passing away

[@FCP32]

Fact

[@EdgarHernandez-xj5mx]

Or a life sentence

[@SithLordmatthew]

Do this instead of fighting the conviction. Oklahoma changed its laws in 2014 and 2016 for Expungement. Felonies can be expunged from your records after just 5 years you already have 2 years of a clean record finish your 5 years and hire and expungement lawyer and erase your record that way.

[@MrJohn-kb1eu]

Once someone is arrested there are hundreds of private background companies who save that information instantly. The record of the arrest never goes away and the FBI generally doesn't expunge arrests or convictions even if a state does.

[@lucuschambers5552]

Great advice. You can file appeals for free.

[@dauanhendley4201]

Right Mille it’s still worth a try I’ve known ppl who have 7 year old felonies that don’t show up bc some jobs only go back that far. They only show up when it’s a life time background check. It all depends on the state.

[@marydehaan5479]

Pray for the beat and many blessings to thus young man who is trying to turn his life around after serving time for a felony charge that he said he did not committ!!! Blessings to him and his future

[@pseudorealityisreal]

Let's not jump to conclusions here that "he did not commit." We heard only his version of the story. However, if what he is saying is true, then hope fortune favours him.

[@ShivaShaktification]

@@pseudorealityisreal exactly. its his version only.

[@josh021588]

@Mary Dehaan I’ve never been to jail where’s my praise?!

[@TheEarthwinders]

As someone who had to fight felony charges myself, Dave's advice is spot on. Deal with it, and then put it behind you and move forward. There may be long term ramifications, but you can't keep a good dog down. Just keep moving forward.

[@teesellz7692]

When you put convicted felon on a job application they just look at it and throw it in the garbage

[@PInk77W1]

Tee Sellz Dave had a bank robber do his debt free scream and he had to pay back the money he robbed. He was a truck driver in oil field

[@angelikalaser7778]

@@PInk77W1 wow, what a story

[@PInk77W1]

Angelika Lirgendwas it’s on KZbin Dave Ramsey Debt Free screams. Very inspirational

[@lovethemflowers]

I remember that call.

[@bajablast2271]

Objectively false. I've been consistently employed since getting a felony charge in 2010. I've been with the same company for 3 years. Stop telling people they should essentially just off themselves because they have a felony. People will hire you.

[@geargrinder6057]

Anybody with a record time is their best friend. The older it gets the more doors will open. Some doors will never open depending on the charge but if you're determined to make it you can.

[@shahmask]

Dave's advice on this one really touched my heart strings. Poor guy, whether he did it or not, has been beaten down by our legal system. Move on and get as much back of your life as you can.

[@RRK1]

Don’t give up brother! The darkest time is 1 minute before the sun rises. The sun will rise, I will pray for you Sir!

[@jaypal3815]

Dont give up. Dont. Give. Up.

[@nkyryry]

Let it go man. It’s not worth the time & money lost.

[@klintous]

The police lied on me, and said the same thing. Fortunately years later when I eventually went to court, the same cops admitted they weren’t telling the truth then.

[@ElijahHunter77]

Dave, thank you for lifting people up when they are desperate. Keep up your good work! God bless!

[@dexterm1285]

Construction or logging is good to escape the past.

[@clittle580]

Worked for Dexter Morgan.

[@robertatkins272]

Owner operator trucking, construction, commercial fishing, guy still has options

[@jamesday7344]

I work on a boat (push barges)

[@firepatriot42]

Work at a saw mill. They don't care as long as your able to stand and are strong, they'll take you few questions asked. Or start your own gig.

[@dexterm1285]

Those jobs are tough but if your semi competent person he will do well. Plumbing be another one to look into...some make great money also.

[@LittleMopeHead]

A friend of mine went to prison for a few years for illegal drugs. In prison, he read tons of books about business to improve himself. After getting out, he borrowed $50K from his relative, went into flipping houses. Now he owns over $15M worth of realty and have few employees working under him. I think starting your own business is the best option, but it does take some cash to start though.

[@dratonmilanomikesonmikecru2222]

I highly recommend 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐂𝐘𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 • 𝐂𝐎𝐌 as they helped me and my other colleagues successfully, they are the best in doing this.•••

[@macguy7900]

Well most people don’t have 50k or know people who have 50k to loan out.

[@dougfoster445]

I have a felony too. Just takes time. I mean my felony is from when I was 17 and it’s sealed but even sealed records can be seen by many different methods. It has excluded me from nursing school and other opportunities. Life goes on. America is terrible with our convicted population. We served our time and we continue to get punished even after we serve our time. I became an electrician and am pretty successful. Family and all.

[@dratonmilanomikesonmikecru2222]

I highly recommend 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐂𝐘𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 • 𝐂𝐎𝐌 as they helped me and my other colleagues successfully, they are the best in doing this.•••

[@donaldlyons17]

Yep but see you are in skilled job that pays well and as far as I can tell works all the time. Also your conviction may not be visible to many employers and his is!!! Unless one gets lucky getting better jobs does not get easier with a conviction. Employment is almost essential for survival. Your quote: (I have a felony too. Just takes time. I mean my felony is from when I was 17 and it’s sealed but even sealed records can be seen by many different methods. It has excluded me from nursing school and other opportunities. Life goes on. America is terrible with our convicted population. We served our time and we continue to get punished even after we serve our time. I became an electrician and am pretty successful. Family and all.)

[@jaketalksfinance8034]

Keep on going and don’t give up you’ll make it

[@kashfortheking]

He needs to move on. I met a guy that is doing better than most people and living his dreams AFTER doing a 10-year bid.

[@drtij_dzienz]

Big Herc 916?

[@kashfortheking]

drtij_dzienz your guess is as good as mine on that one.

[@TexianTrader]

Doing what?

[@donaldlyons17]

@@TexianTrader Agreed people like the highlight the people doing fine despite serious convictions but they never take about those whose systems never recovered. I don't even have any convictions and I only have 39K after 12 years of working. Depending on lots of factors a convictions makes switching jobs and career paths more complicated but the problem is that the caller does not need this level of complication in an already difficult career path. Previous quote: (He needs to move on. I met a guy that is doing better than most people and living his dreams AFTER doing a 10-year bid. And Your Quote: (Doing what?))

[@ThinkMoneyBenny]

reality is.. there is no Start Over button. just focus on moving forward.

[@danielle228512]

Think Money exactly. We all make mistakes and you just have to try and learn from it and grow and move forward the best you can.

[@fromala2U]

It is really important that people understand that you never want to plea if you are innocent, and never talk to the police if you are arrested. Pay upfront for a better lawyer, it's worth it, especially when facing a felony charge.

[@ClydesBonnie007]

It's been over 10 years, I wasn't even convicted!! and I can't even find a safe place to live... missed out on jobs too because I can't seal my record due to the nature of the charges. The person who did the crime is in prison, and I feel like I'm there too.

[@robertprice9052]

Time and good performance heals a lot. At 31 you are young enough to rally and build a new future. I would look at working hard and get your life in order. Talk with the courts there are ways to have cases expunged from your record. I have a friend who has a felony (bank robbery) and seven years in jail. He got out at 32, and now has an awesome life. You have a choice, define your life or let your past do it. Good luck!

[@donaldlyons17]

Well I know plenty of people with no record who have worked lower income jobs their entire life. He is worried about getting the jobs that give him good options and I suspect making his own business is a lot more difficult than Dave makes it sound. Your quote: (Time and good performance heals a lot. At 31 you are young enough to rally and build a new future. I would look at working hard and get your life in order. Talk with the courts there are ways to have cases expunged from your record. I have a friend who has a felony (bank robbery) and seven years in jail. He got out at 32, and now has an awesome life. You have a choice, define your life or let your past do it. Good luck!)

[@andyteach6756]

The U.S. is always in-between in terms of healthcare, criminal justice, etc. In Germany, your criminal record is completely cleaned after you serve your time. Their recidivism rate is much lower than the U.S. Either put everyone away for life or give them a second chance.

[@bprosperie]

This is putting them away for life, they have no choice but to re-offend because there are no employment opportunities after. Sure you can flip burgers forever, but imagine someone with 145 IQ who got caught with a plant who now has to flip burgers indefinitely.

[@wmurray003]

"I'm going to prison for 30 years..." .."So, what do you make? ...and are your cars paid off?"

[@FlyingMalamute]

Guy sounds decent. People like a fighter who makes good after a big mistake. I say his future can be bright.

[@cesarcastillo9561]

Felons are some of the hardest workers I’ve came across.

[@JoMoJoMo-ky7gf]

Don't give up ! I was in the same situation. Fortunately Oklahoma is a state where you can get a pardon. It took me 7.5 years but I did it without an attorney. You can do it !

[@bkucenski]

Work hard, find quality mentors who will direct you in your career options. Eventually it will be something that happened 10 years ago and nobody will care because your resume and your references will vouch for you.

[@justinacase2623]

Never forget, you get the justice you pay for! 600 per day is probably more than that Attorney makes.

[@donaldlyons17]

But in his case he still has plenty of other debts (I am not sure why he has all those debts with that type of income but I suspect without consistent work he may not be making much at all!!!) Your quote: (Never forget, you get the justice you pay for! 600 per day is probably more than that Attorney makes.)

[@LemurJackson]

@@zdavidzz bonk

[@zdavidzz]

@@LemurJackson f off tool

[@TheGoToGuy33]

Awesome advice Dave! Very inspirational to start this new week!

[@Black_Jesus3005]

Solid advice Dave. Gotta move on and do work.

[@Teamshmo]

So many people live in the past. They have resentment for things people did to them and are ruining their future by trying to change the past. It's over. Focus on a better future. Learn from the past and avoid making any of those mistakes again. This guy says he can make tons of money, so who cares about the past. The future could be very bright very quickly if you start stacking cash today.

[@joesillamanrs7189]

This guy has a good future ahead of him. Just gotta keep moving forward. He can get past this.

[@greenlamp9219]

the charge itself was probably bogus that the cops slapped on to make it look like the dude was more guilty than he actually was, but by pleading no contest he basically confirms that it happened and now is stuck in the situation he is in. if there was ever a reason to hate lawyers then this would be one of them

[@calebniederhofer6529]

This a ignorant comment . It is very unfortunate event in this young mans life , and i sure hope he get's the help he needs mentally , spiritually. However, you know literally zero details about the case to say it was probably bogus, or make any judgment like that without facts .]

[@deev4332]

Wow. What an amazing response Dave. Thank you for giving this guy hope 💕💕💕💕

[@thewongmindset451]

Great advice...need to move on at some point and make the most of life. Can still be be amazing 👍

[@sunnysingh786]

Most insightful advice from Ramsey in all of the videos I have watched.

[@billyrayband]

I would suggest watching a couple seasons of Trailer Park Boys. They are experts on starting new businesses after release from prison.

[@noahRKO]

Dave Ramsey is amazing. The key mark why is 4:26 exactly the moment why he loves people. No further to add. Amazing guy.

[@richardguthrie3422]

Justice is what you get when you run out of money.

[@amberklein1560]

No money. No justice.

[@ChristoherWGray]

One second he says he has a felony charge Then the next he says he served his time and plead nolo Let's use the correct terminology It's a felony conviction

[@DBSSTEELER]

Walter White Not necessarily. He could have gotten withheld adjudication or diversion.

[@solomonKachi7000]

If he gets time served that means he was in jail awaiting conviction and then spent the amount of time in jail that his conviction would’ve been so went he plead nolo he got time served and moved on

[@jonanna8516]

Sometimes you can be right or you can be happy. Good luck Mate

[@jgr1789]

Once you a felon you best to just do you! No company will care if you changed! But hey at least this guy ain't out here acting out and just taking stuff! So I give this guy a lot of respect! Keep on keeping on my guy!

[@aplacetobewithmythoughts7428]

Dave is right on this one.

[@rosaredapino980]

We all make mistakes. I hope you're gonna be okay

[@pmh1nic]

I agree with Dave. At this point given his financial situation I pour everything into making as much money as I can. In a few years if he may been in a financial secure situation where paying money to a lawyer isn’t going to change his lifestyle. Right now it’s roof over my head, food on the table, getting out of debt and accumulating savings.

[@susn7412]

Wow awesome advise and I hope it helped him. Don’t give up

[@prettynpetty8342]

If I was a felon with absolutely no options, I'd get heavily involved in the church and volunteer in the community wherever I can. You'd be surprised that when you make friends with people first and show them your best self, how many opportunities could open up. Also the internet is amazing, start a KZbin talking about your experience, build a following....profit.

[@evalina98000]

As the World Turns with Dave Ramsey. He asks good questions and den gives good advice 👍

[@LampWaters]

My husband has been out twenty years and can't get a break. He lost his job and has to work his way back up after being with the same company for 7 years. It's rediculous when he hasn't had so much as a parking ticket and twenty years of good work to be passed up on background checks for a twenty year old non violent felony.

[@germs951]

Join your local union. Electricians, plumbers, carpenters are always a second chance. Great careers.

[@dratonmilanomikesonmikecru2222]

I highly recommend 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐂𝐘𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 • 𝐂𝐎𝐌 as they helped me and my other colleagues successfully, they are the best in doing this.•••

[@alicia_shaun]

Oh no.... yes that does look bad on paperwork

[@home4life505]

I had a friend in that situation. Start off w/ low pay and move up. Stay out of trouble. But gain skills

[@Chris-es3wf]

Best video on Daves channel. Best of luck to that caller.

[@szqsk8]

My best friend's son is a journeyman sheet metal worker who was convicted of felony drug possession with intent to sell and three DUIs before he was even 21 years old and he's working all the time. Maybe it depends on the state you live in?

[@LiftingGunsBibleTradition]

MARTHA STEWART did it and so can you!

[@jameskirkpatrick5569]

Martha Stewart was an already wealthy white woman... thats like saying I can get away with a crime because our president can

[@LiftingGunsBibleTradition]

@@jameskirkpatrick5569 Your TDS and Hemorrhoids are flaring up... Seek immediate medical attention 😷

[@jameskirkpatrick5569]

@@LiftingGunsBibleTradition ok boomer

[@szqsk8]

James Kirkpatrick Her skin color had nothing to do with anything. Had she been a man she would not have been charged in the first place.

[@wannabecarguy]

@@jameskirkpatrick5569 racist

[@jarrettpierce5626]

You beat up a cop bro, just cut your losses and do jobs where they don’t care what u did, legal system will drain your life

[@nickolasblank9265]

I worked with a guy at the city that had a a police officer assault like this guy. He still got the job because he was a super cool guy and that didn't define him. He was one of the nicest guys I've known. So I agree, just apply for the job, it's definitely harder than if you didn't have it, but sometimes people will give you a second chance if you show that you are still a great person and that it was a mistake.

[@jeremyrussell4177]

Good advice!!!

[@lawrencejones58]

It's always tough at the start. It's good to have or develop a strong network. Even with a felony, it's all about WHO you know!

[@donaldlyons17]

If he knew the right people don't it stand to reason that his employment would not be inconsistent? During the Great Recission many of the people living off me kept coming back because they did not know anywhere else they could live besides me (and get what they wanted.) If he knew people why would he even care about his history?? Your quote: (It's always tough at the start. It's good to have or develop a strong network. Even with a felony, it's all about WHO you know!)

[@lawrencejones58]

@@donaldlyons17 You just meet people I guess. Not to say you tell your story to everyone with a pulse, but sometimes other people have the keys to the door we want/need to open. I worked hotel front desks for a long time and met some really good people (the hotel guests mostly, but I"ve had good coworkers & bosses). Some of those people had access to certain things (gigs, PT work, other companies with a need, etc) and they would share information with me. If it was worthwhile, I pursued it. I'm 10 years past my felony and I think if I would of just went with the flow, I'd probably still be at Subway, just more bitter. PS - I don't know a lot of people personally or professionally, but I am nice & can relate to almost any topic.

[@paulperez6167]

Worked with two reformed felons with a checkered past. They worked up to supervisors in the company by being prompt and having great customer scores. A new company took over and gave those two the ax because of their records. Got me so angry. But they moved on to a bigger company thankfully.

[@digitalbrand5510]

Ask Martha Stewart

[@alicia_shaun]

Digital Brand 🤣🤣🤣🥴🥴🥴

[@Je.rone_]

*most people deserve a second chance to turn a new leaf*

[@iliadiliad6028]

Indeed. After the price of justice is paid most people deserve a second chance.👍

[@CJ-wc6lf]

I had a freind who is a felon, and he is a tradesman on whatever he can do, including cutting down trees and mechanical work. He seems to do well, but not very good with money, and says he's in a lot of debt. He worked on my Honda Prelude car in 2012, and I never got it back. One time he asked me for about $50, and I gave it to him because he said he was in need, and a few minutes later he spends it on the Tennessee lottery at a gas station. He said I don't understand that he had to do that. I had to have that $50 back. You just be honest and good with money, work hard and smart, and be honest, and you'll probably fo better than most people that have no criminal record.

[@Xantank]

Where is the money going?

[@perceptortron]

So more of an addict than a friend

[@robertdanley211]

Dave said exactly what I was thinking.

[@555noelle1]

Great advice.

[@StringerBell2002]

Love the empathy!

[@morgans7400]

From @6:05 all the way to the end, Amen gosh bless!

[@mph5896]

Great advice Dave. The caller may also consider changing behaviors that may put him in the same situation in the future.

[@dougbrown7413]

Good advice Dave 👏

[@jslim49]

I know exactly what he's going through . I've been through it my self . However Dave hit the nail on the head . Let it go and put your feet on the gas Pedal and move on and don't Look back . Sir stay strong And make a good life for yourself .

[@NeoAndersonReloaded]

He's in the money game in the system. They will drain you. When you become an employee you have to follow the matrix rules.

[@aravindarora7392]

Can someone not take his case as pro-bono .... You can't give up now.. let the financial success be the answer to this pain . I wish you all the energy and support ..

[@PRI3STHOODMUZIK]

This blessed me in 2023. Amen 🙏🏾

[@ThePeterDislikeShow]

That's more than I make. I'd just stash as much as possible until something can be resolved.

[@shanez9461]

Oh boy his story sounds so familiar and like a brother. I v'e been a volunteer since i was 20yrs old working with State Dept Health Social Services, American Red Cross instructor I enjoy helping people accomplish things. A big city boy passing through town of 12,000 to visit friend and hits a public officials older brother retired. A lynch mob within court system charges me with Felony reckless injury. It's non-alcohol, no drug, violence and theift, but drifted off road hitting parked truck which popped out of gear and rolled forward hitting a guy in knee. 23 years ago 2001 and it's still haunting me with getting turned down for so much with jobs and volunteer work . What real purpose is life have B.S. put on your records and a town of 12,000 lynching you with felony and writing 4 governors last 23 years asking to be expunged. PPhhbbttt I can see where this guy is coming from

[@katelyndellojoio491]

Our prison system is so horrible. No man should have to pay money after he has served his time.

[@onelliadurbin1654]

Blessings on your way…

[@ShakespeareCafe]

Move to California, specifically SF Enlightened laws preclude employers from discriminatory bias of those with criminal records unless it bears directly on the nature of the work, e.g., a convicted embezzler could not work in a bank More to the point learn to control your anger that got you charged with violent felony. Suggest Seneca De Ira for review and reflection

[@Jill721]

Someone in Oklahoma if you are business owner needs to give this guy a second chance.

[@youkickedmydog0]

If it’s his first felony he can get it expunged and it won’t effect his future besides government jobs. Been there, done that.

[@capnskiddies]

A charge against police. I don't see that getting overturned. The city would then be liable for some kind of litigation. Never gonna happen. Sort the debt, start the business. 10 years & a dose of pain from now this will have been the turning point

[@VC-Toronto]

Not typically the type of charge a prosecutor is likely to go easy on or let skate, given the working relationship between the DA and LEO's.

[@adamm9372]

Just stack the money to the best of your ability and save for properties to live off

[@Iskateminilogo]

I caught a felony charge two years ago for marijuana possession in Illinois...25 yrs old now and about to get off probation. Luckily the court placed me under second chance probation for being a first time offender as well as a non-violent crime. It was difficult to get a job, Walmart would not even hire me. Finally got hired on at very large factory under a decent company and continue to work there. Probation will terminate in two months and hopefully the case will be expunged/sealed. Felony charges can be very difficult to deal with especially violent ones.

[@grillbaked]

I thought Illinois was going to remove those convictions with the new law in place.

[@Iskateminilogo]

drooce mcgruff they are for misdemeanor possession of up to 30 grams. Possession of 30-500 grams can be petitioned to be expunged but no guarantee.

[@MikeThePike316]

There's not many options to challenge on appeal when you voluntarily enter a plea. Lawyer made bank on an appeal that had a very slim chance of success.