There are certain criminal offenses that may prevent individuals from finding gainful and meaningful employment. For example, a criminal trespass offense is classified as a Felony of the third degree. I am not downplaying, or attempting to minimize the nature of the offense, I am simply stating that certain crimes that are classified as a Felony III/IV should not scar an individual for the rest of their lives. When searching for a job, one should not have to "check that box" when being asked if they were ever convicted of a felony, if the felony is one of the third/fourth degree and of a specific nature. I am petitioning to have certain types of felonies based on nature and degree, to be exempt from having to be reported on a job application!



