Trucking and Felony Convictions

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by ABJ7198, Feb 1, 2015.

  1. ABJ7198

    ABJ7198 Bobtail Member

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    As of recent , I've been pulling an pnuematic tank hauling frac sand, as everyone knows the oilfield industry in many areas is taking a beating. I decided to go back OTR and started doing some research so as to find a company that I thought would be a good fit. Unfortunately, I have found that many company's will not even talk to you if you have a felony conviction, which I do have. I was convicted of a felony drug charge and served a prison sentence. Since then I have been very fortunate and mostly blessed, it has not been easy having to start over but I've had lots of help and have done very well for myself. I'm in a position now to buy my own truck and become an owner operator, I would like to know if anyone knows of a company or companies that might give me a chance. I've pretty much pulled every kind of trailer there is, with the exception of the trailers used in the Wind industry. Thanks in advance for any advice or suggestions,
     
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  3. joseph1135

    joseph1135 Papa Murphy

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    How long ago was the conviction?
     
  4. ABJ7198

    ABJ7198 Bobtail Member

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    The actual conviction was in February of 2006.
     
  5. aduiepyle

    aduiepyle Light Load Member

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    Most trucking companies want it to be 10 years old nd western express want it to be 24 hours.
     
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  6. snowwy

    snowwy Road Train Member

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    look into your state to see if it's possible for expungement. whatever state your felony happened in. if it's possible, that could help you out in the future. it's probably not though, at least in utah anyways. but it's worth checking in to.
     
  7. 123456

    123456 Road Train Member

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    You will face few barriers.

    Good Luck
     
  8. dog-c

    dog-c Road Train Member

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    I love this forum.....So many laughs !!
     
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  9. ABJ7198

    ABJ7198 Bobtail Member

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    Ok, good info. I'll keep checking, failure is not an option. Appreciate the feed-back.
     
  10. double yellow

    double yellow Road Train Member

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    If you are in a position to buy your own truck, have you considered becoming an independent?
     
  11. exhausted379

    exhausted379 Road Train Member

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    Landstar moved theirs down to 7 years, I think. Might be worth checking into.
     
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