A criminal history can make it difficult to secure a job, but there are several ways those with past convictions can find their way through the job search. The first step is to apply for a pardon. If the question should come up on an application, it is best to be honest and disclose that the offense has been pardoned. It is important to accept that some key factors, including the nature of the crime and when it happened, if a pardon took place, and the nature of the job for which the applicant is applying, all play a role in getting hired.
