Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Records and Employment General information about getting a job when you have a criminal record.
By: D.C. Employment Justice Center
General Information About Discrimination
(Separate Website)
The EEOC's definition of discrimination, including information on what you should do if you think an employer has discriminated against you.
By: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Getting a Pardon
(Separate Website)
The form used to request a pardon.
By: United States Department of Justice
Sealing and Expungement of Criminal Records - Video
(Separate Website)
This short video covers the basics of the law and procedure for sealing and expunging criminal records in the District of Columbia.
By: Public Defender Service
Sealing Your Criminal Record
This resource provides information about the D.C. Criminal Record Sealing Act of 2006. It explains what it means to have a criminal record sealed, who is eligible to have records sealed under the Act, and how to get help filling out the necessary court forms.
By: D.C. Bar Pro Bono Program
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