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
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General Information About Discrimination
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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
Requesting a Pardon
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The form used to request a pardon from the Office of the Pardon Attorney
By: United States Department of Justice Office of the Pardon Attorney
Sealing and Expungement of Criminal Records - Video
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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
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Is a criminal record keeping you unemployed? This document contains information on obtaining a copy of your criminal record, sealing your criminal record, getting your criminal record expunged, and seeking employment with a criminal record.
By: D.C. Employment Justice Center
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