DUI/Drug, felony and trucking facts.

Bad as I hate to say it your probably right 123456. I smoke the hell out of some cigarettes but I don't do drugs. Now if the public knew some of the more nasty things we do they would definetly mess their britches.

 

Its pretty simple ...don't drink and drive
Don't be a pot head .....

 

....just keep applying bro ,it's not the end of the world

 

Saw the forum here and figured I'd throw in my present situation. I am 35 years old and was convicted in 1995, 1997 and 1998 for three (3) different felonies. The first one occurred when I was 17 and I was tried as an adult and the other two (2) resulted after having went to prison.

1.) Robbery 2nd Degree
2.) Escape 2nd Degree
3.) Promoting Dangerous Contraband

To add before going any further, I was convicted of first offense DUI in the state of Tennessee in 2004 as well. Since these are all things potential employers judge by, here we go. I just recently found several companies that are willing to take on felons and ONE (1) DUI as long as everything is 5-10 years past. And the severity of the crimes are on a case-by-case basis. As you will note, my Robbery 2nd is obviously a violent crime and most companies tell you up front on their websites their requirements and usually violent crimes shut the door in your face. However, since realizing the "case-by-case" scenario, I engaged in a lengthy conversation with a recruiter and explained how the Robbery happened in real life and that I escaped after being sent to a facility with no fence (walked-off) and eventually how I was found to have a piece of steel in my possession while in prison. The steel was a short piece I used for crafts, however, they made a big deal out of it by deeming it a potential shank.

After our conversation over the phone, my recruiter agreed that these were things that took place when I was still a teenager and he referred this to his manager. The manager within 30 minutes said, "Yeah, he'll be fine. He was young and dumb." So, that being said and the fact that the DUI was over 10 years, I was approved and am currently as we speak, awaiting for my bus ticket information to attend orientation this coming Monday, Jan. 27th at PTL in Murray Kentucky.

Some people may reply that PTL will hire anyone and that their company is terrible, but for me, I'm just happy and excited to be given the chance to start somewhere. Any of you felons out there that have been incarcerated will understand that life behind bars can be rough, but obviously you made it out and are looking for meaningful employment. A lot of good opportunities are sowed up because of this stigmata we bear, but I myself try to remain optimistic at all costs, and I strongly suggest you do too. If given the chance to climb on board with a reputable company or a company at all, seize the chance. It may not be bearable at first, but play by the rules. Most companies want you for at least a year. Manage that year wisely. Learn all you can and with that knowledge and experience, then you will have the ball in your court. You can move on. Find other companies that pay better, ... better home time, ... etc. Cheers!

 

Yes, what Joe said, best of luck to you.

 

I work in the trucking industry and place students in jobs. I have students with DUI's in their past and have gotten them jobs. The oil industry will hire you as long as you are honest about your past. The three things that will stop you with them is weapons, children and theft. Drugs has never been an issue for me. I got a guy hired who got out of prison three years ago with a drug conviction. He was off parole and now he is driving with a good over the road company. CRST will hire you with a DUI, plus a DWAI if it was 20 years ago. I always tell people to be honest when applying, they will do a lifetime check on you. One company let two people go and it was not because of their convictions, it was because they were not honest. If you want to send me a private message I can help you out. I work with felons almost everyday at the school I work at and have 100% placement.

 

Thanks for the info aussietrucking. Maybe I will turn to you should my current prospect fail at PTL. I'm just looking to get my feet in the door and DRIVE. I have kept employment pretty much since the day I walked out of prison back in 2003. The DUI in 2004 is the only indication since then of any wrongdoing. And in May it will be 10 years old. I already went through a school (160 hrs) and have the CDL class A. Are you a recruiter at a particular company or do you work at as a job placement specialist elsewhere? And do you charge a fee to get me placed somewhere? Thanks & Cheers!

 

What about guys who've been charged with a first offense DUI, then it was later dismissed, or plead down to reckless driving?

 

which is it: theres a difference between dismissed, and pleading down to reckless driving, also what type of reckless driving (wet reckless or dry reckless) when you want help ya need to be as informative as possible.