hello all, this topic is a big issue for me also does anyone have any advice ...i have a burglary charge about 7 and a half yrs ago first offender also do i have a chance with any big compnay?-thanks

As long as the disposition date was at least 5-7 years old you should be fine.

Wow..That's something to think about. But since driving is something I really want to do I think I will still try to get my cdl and hope for the best..

As mentioned above briefly.

Violent-non violent does matter. But also NOT just when the actual charge happened.Time after disposition. Meaning after parole/probation/community service.....ETC. The co.'s insurance co. is driving these factors for risk assesment. You have a chance but it may take some time.Some co.'s will hire after3 years, others after 5 and 10 years so on and so on. Your driving record matters back minimum 3 years most all co.'s. Some require 5-7 year MVR........

The other thing that was mentioned about going to school, Was correct the school will tell you anything to get you to jooin sign loan agreement then you won't get hired.

You can try places like CRST, CrEngland, Schnieder........Even if they turn you down today you can re-apply in 6-12 months. That time might take you into the needed grace period to then be allowed to work for them. Also, keep a record of the information you give to each co. so that if you go back and apply later the information is exactly the same as before.


Good luck and keep us updated on your progress........

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I spoke to a guy once said he didn't get hired by CREngland because his record hadn't been 15 years from the crime.

This is not factual.......just adding it in because soemone said it to me. Check things like this out for yourselves.

Good luck to all.........

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I had a felony. Auto-theft. Went to school, got hired to swift, told them they suck after 3 weeks, and moved on. 5 years later running my 2nd truck leased to Landstar. Don't let anyone tell you that you can't get a job. You can. Be honest. You might have to take a #### job for a bit just to get some more time between now and the felony but...in the end it'll be worth it. Has been for me. Trucking has been VERY good to me.

Cool..I'm glad everything worked out for you..I've been talking to a few recruiters and I've narrowed my choices of schools down to two. I hope to be starting around the beginning of September. Thanks

yea same here i got turned down by werner ,swift,stevens,prime..lol my felony happened when i was 17 but they charged me as adult in 2001 i got off prob in only 2006...not that long ago, i think they should clearly state "from your disposition date" not your "court date" when u was found guilty or whatever...but i do have a prehire now and im starting school aug 4 2008 lol if my finances come through lol thanx for al the help yall! keep it up, its nice to see people stickin together these days! be safe