Can a felon become a dental assistant?

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dentalGURU2009 in Genoa City, Wisconsin 28 months ago	Are you kidding me??? sigh - Was this comment helpful? Yes (7) / No (32) Reply - Report abuse
haiku30 in Santa Ana, California 28 months ago	Thanks for your useless post. I'm studying to be a DA and already intern in an office. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (14) / No (6) Reply - Report abuse
haiku30 in Santa Ana, California 28 months ago	Yeah it was dumb. I was youngster at the time, and I've learned from it and no longer even smoke pot anymore. You're disrespectful post are no longer needed. Thanks. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (9) / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
1984 in Tampa, Florida 28 months ago	I think that mostly depends on the licensing board, have you contacted them? It also depends on your employer as well, some don't do background checks, and only care that you are valuable employee. Since it's been 10 years, have you looked into getting your record sealed or expunged? - Was this comment helpful? Yes (12) / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
haiku30 in Santa Ana, California 28 months ago	No, But I'll look into it. I've worked for Wells Fargo, Survival Ins. and other big businesses and none have ever done a background check on me as far as I know. Thanks for the reply. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
Nonya in Kansas City, Missouri 27 months ago	Here in Missouri you have to wait 5 years after your felony conviction. I looked it up on the internet. Hope this is helpful!! - Was this comment helpful? Yes (7) / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
haiku30 in Costa Mesa, California 27 months ago	Thanks. I actually did a background search on myself and nothing came up. It has been 11 years so maybe most searches dont go back that far. Thanks for the encouragement. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (8) / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
kokoluv7 in El Cajon, California 27 months ago	we all need some from time to time.send me a message if you come across any more useful info - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No (2) Reply - Report abuse
haiku30 in Costa Mesa, California 27 months ago	I will. Are you on facebook? - Was this comment helpful? Yes (2) / No (2) Reply - Report abuse
kokoluv7 in El Cajon, California 27 months ago	yes i am actually. just use my email kokoluv777sd_sweety@yahoo.com - Was this comment helpful? Yes (2) / No (3) Reply - Report abuse
Haiku30 in Costa Mesa, California 27 months ago	Haha good one guru. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No Reply - Report abuse
Kat in Seminole, Florida 27 months ago	Since you live in California you might be ok.It is a more liberal state.Here in Florida they do background checks to be a waitress.It is sad we live in such a country that holds any and all infractions against us for life.Even crimes committed before age 18 are no longer sealed or hidden.I knew a girl that stole a car and sold pot at age 15.Now she can't pass a background check.We condeme everyone that isn't perfect according to society and legal standards.To the angry man that is going into legal work ,I feel sorry for him and all he comes in contact with.He has so much anger and sees only the negative in people and in life.This is common in those that have been cops,lawyers,prison gaurds.Most of what they see in life is bad and ugly,so that negative energy turns them bad. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (9) / No Reply - Report abuse
lynne in Glendale, Arizona 27 months ago	In California, you do not have to list any drug convictions past 2 years after they occur. It is still a felony and will come up on National databases if you ever live CA. If it was a first and only offense, why dont you just have it expunged and it will go away for ever and you will not have to worry about it anymore. Hope this helps. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (3) / No Reply - Report abuse
Haiku30 in Costa Mesa, California 27 months ago	Maybe I will. I did a couple background checks on myself and it came up clean, so I'm not worried about it. It was 11-12 years ago. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
1984 in Tampa, Florida 27 months ago	Just because it doesn't show up for you, doesn't mean it won't show up for a potential employer. Especially if they run a federal background check - and some do. Basically, if an employee really wants to dig up dirt on you they can still find your record easily if you don't have it sealed or expunged. There are varying degrees of background checks, some which have no limit in the amount of years they can go back. I wouldn't take the matter lightly - just offering some friendly advice. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (4) / No (2) Reply - Report abuse
Haiku30 in Costa Mesa, California 27 months ago	I've talked to the office manager of the office I work at and in CA, Most employers do a standard 7 year background check, some MAY go back 10 years.I'm not trying to get a job with the CIA. I'm not trippin and I dont take the matter lightly, I'm just not at all worried about it anymore. I've worked for big companies in the past and never had a problem. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (3) / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
1984 in Tampa, Florida 27 months ago	I wouldn't have suspected you'd be trying to join the CIA. Growing pot kind of gave that away. Just sayin. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (4) / No (7) Reply - Report abuse
Haiku30 in Costa Mesa, California 27 months ago	Well, lets face it, It is not likely that a small dental office is gonna do a federal background check for a DA job. That would be rare. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No (2) Reply - Report abuse
jason in Oldfort, Tennessee 27 months ago	does anyone know if you can be a dental assistant in tn after being convicted of a felony drug charge if completed probation never went to prison and never been in any other trouble except a few misdemeanors - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No (2) Reply - Report abuse
Haiku30 in Costa Mesa, California 27 months ago	Hey cheesehead, Your feedback is no longer necessary in this thread. Feel free to move on. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (3) / No (6) Reply - Report abuse
kokoluv7 in Justice, Illinois 27 months ago	some people dont make mistakes in their lives. they live in a world of perfection where nothing goes wrong. for those that live in a more harsh reality most people wonder why of all the potential we have to become a success story in our earlier lives we chose to do the wrong things. maybe with better guidance it would be possoble. judge a rapist and a murderer or a crackhead that abandoned their kids dont judge us for wanting more for ourselves. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (4) / No (2) Reply - Report abuse
jasondentalassitant in Santa Maria, California 27 months ago	Go for it, believe in yourself, and in God. Work hard and dont give up. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (5) / No Reply - Report abuse
candace cross in Lancaster, California 26 months ago	i just got charged with a felony for possesion of marijuana, the funny thing is that i don't even smoke weed, anyways i was interested in going to school to be a dentle assistant, will this be a problem?? - Was this comment helpful? Yes (4) / No (4) Reply - Report abuse
Haiku30 in Costa Mesa, California 26 months ago	candace cross in Lancaster, California said: i just got charged with a felony for possesion of marijuana, the funny thing is that i don't even smoke weed, anyways i was interested in going to school to be a dentle assistant, will this be a problem?? Did you not just read all the response in this thread? Will going to school to be a DA be a problem? no. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No (2) Reply - Report abuse
Riley in Copperopolis, California 26 months ago	Does anyone know how important it is to attend an accredited dental assisting program, or is any dental assisting program suffucient? I am checking into vocational, ROP programs and technical schools, any adivice is appreciated. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Haiku30 in Costa Mesa, California 26 months ago	Save yourself 10k and go to ROP. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (3) / No Reply - Report abuse
Riley in Copperopolis, California 26 months ago	Thanks for the input, I was thinking that would be the best route to go. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (2) / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
kaka5235 in Kansas City, Missouri 26 months ago	I admire everyone on these posts that are trying to better themselves after experiencing something so difficult. I too am a felon. My felony was in the state of Texas, which is one of (or possibly the worst) state you could ever find yourself in a compromising situation. My information to everyone is something that I think is usefull. I was sentenced to "straight" probation. I was unaware at the time that you cannot get your record expunged when you are given straight probation. So my record will be with me for the rest of my life. I have tried everything to get a job. Telling the truth, telling a lie, getting hired and then being fired for having a conviction. Or even worse telling the truth before being offered the position but then the company backing out because the background check was completed and the company "just can't" employ me per company standards. I have even held temporary positions and even those are slim pickings and low paying. I think the Dental Assistant is a great idea. I am not too keen on working everyday in someone's mouth, but if it will give me stability and a job, I will do what I have to. Good luck to everyone!!! - Was this comment helpful? Yes (4) / No Reply - Report abuse
greysaddict in Texas 25 months ago	@Haiku30 or anyone familiar with Wells Fargo. When u were employed with them, was it within the 10 years of your felony? My husband has become a potential hire and has a felony. It was 13 yrs ago in Arkansas. But since then has gone on to college and got his BBA. I was wondering if u knew how many years they go back? Sucks cuz this is always haunted him & he's worked so hard to put all that behind him. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
dentalGURU2009 in Genoa City, Wisconsin 25 months ago	I'm convinced there are more screwed up people than normal people out there.............. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No (2) Reply - Report abuse
Yas in Decatur, Georgia 25 months ago	Wow... I can't believe how many people are convicted felonys. I have just recently been convicted of a felony, one count for conspiracy. It was a bank fraud case. I am a 3rd year college student, and I am currently working in a periodontist office as a assistant. I want to go to dental school and was wondering if that is still a possibility? If anyone has any answers if you can please let me know. I have done some research but have not received a solid answer. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
greysaddict in Texas 25 months ago	@ Yas, my advice to you is that as soon as all ur probabation has been served and done then u need to start finding out the process to have your records sealed and expunged. The sooner u start that process the better because it will take some time. My husbands felon was almost 13 years ago. No one told him that u can get it wiped out and sealed until 4 yrs ago when he finished college, got a good job then got fired from it for his background. When I spoke to the state pardon coordinator she said that his first and maybe even his second time applying for it he might get denied. But eventually it will happen. Some states may required u to wait almost 5 years before you can start the process. It's ridiculous cuz there are, may not be too many, but there are people out there who made their mistakes, did their time and have worked hard to overcome it but the goverment will not allow them to be fully rehabilitated. Anyhoo, hope this helps a little. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No Reply - Report abuse
sky1 in Irving, Texas 25 months ago	I have just been charge with a felony but after I complete probation it will drop to a misdemeanor A and Im going to school for dental assist will they let take the test to become license. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (8) / No (2) Reply - Report abuse
raymond in Rosemead, California 23 months ago	ive been to prison in ca on parole and barley dischared in 07 i also have a [poss of weed ] and still got my job have any questions email me at maldonadoraymond3969@yahoo.com - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No Reply - Report abuse
Felony follows me like a shadow in Grand Junction, Colorado 23 months ago	dentalGURU2009 in Genoa City, Wisconsin said: Are you kidding me??? sigh I dont think you know what kind of DA he or she was talking about. There are more than one DA's...lol..think hard about that one....DENTAL ASSISTANT! - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Felony follows me like a shadow in Grand Junction, Colorado 23 months ago	raymond in Rosemead, California said: ive been to prison in ca on parole and barley dischared in 07 i also have a [poss of weed ] and still got my job have any questions email me at maldonadoraymond3969@yahoo.com The email you put up is not working, I want to send you an email. Can you fix it? - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Felony follows me like a shadow in Grand Junction, Colorado 23 months ago	greysaddict in Texas said: @Haiku30 or anyone familiar with Wells Fargo. When u were employed with them, was it within the 10 years of your felony? My husband has become a potential hire and has a felony. It was 13 yrs ago in Arkansas. But since then has gone on to college and got his BBA. I was wondering if u knew how many years they go back? Sucks cuz this is always haunted him & he's worked so hard to put all that behind him. More than likely a work background check will not go past 7 years. If it does show up, have hime explain that it was so long ago that he just totatly forgot, "because it hasn't been a part of his life for so long". - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
WATCH UR LIP PUNK 20 months ago	I HOPE SO I GOT A FELONY FOR AWOL 87 DAYS I SERVERD 1 YEAR IN JAIL FOR IT SO I FEEL I PAID THE PRICE DONT COMMENT ON MY CHARGE PLZ ATLEAST I WENT TO THE ARMY ALOT OF PEOPLE TALK Smack BUT THEY NEVER DID anything TO HELP , ATLEAST I DID IT FOR AWHILE AND SEE WHAT I HAVE AND THEN YOU MIGHT UNDERSTAND . YEAH MY FELONY IS NOT EVEN IN FLA LAWS BUT STILL I HOPE SO BC IM 25 AND WANT TO MAKE SOMETHING OF MY SELF . I WISH YOU THE BEST OF LUCK. THE GUY THAT LEFT YOU A BAD COMMENT I GUESS HE WOULD LIKE YOU TO GIVE YOU AND JUST START DOING BAD Stuff. IM JUST SAYING HES TRYING HES BEEN GOOD FOR 10 YEars nd for pot really guy you make it sound like he killed a family anyway best of luck , you can do anything you want ... - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No (2) Reply - Report abuse
Smileysuzie in redwing, Minnesota 20 months ago	WATCH UR LIP PUNK said: I HOPE SO I GOT A FELONY FOR AWOL 87 DAYS I SERVERD 1 YEAR IN JAIL FOR IT SO I FEEL I PAID THE PRICE DONT COMMENT ON MY CHARGE PLZ ATLEAST I WENT TO THE ARMY ALOT OF PEOPLE TALK Smack BUT THEY NEVER DID anything TO HELP , ATLEAST I DID IT FOR AWHILE AND SEE WHAT I HAVE AND THEN YOU MIGHT UNDERSTAND . YEAH MY FELONY IS NOT EVEN IN FLA LAWS BUT STILL I HOPE SO BC IM 25 AND WANT TO MAKE SOMETHING OF MY SELF . I WISH YOU THE BEST OF LUCK. THE GUY THAT LEFT YOU A BAD COMMENT I GUESS HE WOULD LIKE YOU TO GIVE YOU AND JUST START DOING BAD Stuff. IM JUST SAYING HES TRYING HES BEEN GOOD FOR 10 YEars nd for pot really guy you make it sound like he killed a family anyway best of luck , you can do anything you want ... Are you the product of public schools, or a drop-out maybe? At least have a resume professionally written. Just saying........ - Was this comment helpful? Yes (3) / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
WATCH UR LIP PUNK in Mount Dora, Florida 20 months ago	Smileysuzie in redwing, Minnesota said: Are you the product of public schools, or a drop-out maybe? At least have a resume professionally written. Just saying........ LOL YOU ARE A FUNNY GUY WHEN IT COMES DOWN TO IT IF I SAW YOU OUT IN THE STREET YOU WOULDNT KNOW WHAT TO DO . EVERYBODY IS HARD OVER THE INTERNET HAHAH GOOD JOKE SO WHY YOU SIT AT HOME TONIGHT TOUCHING YOUR SELF BC YOU ARE A NERD AND HAVE NO LIFE YOU CAN THINK ABOUT THIS , AND TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTION NO SMART GUY YOU GOTTA FINISH HIGH SCHOOL TO ENTER INTO THE ARMY , SO IF YOU FEEL THE NEED TO RUN YOU MOUTH SOME MORE , I STAY IN PEMBROKE PINE FL . ILL GIVE YOU MY EMAIL , YOU WANNA GET INTO THIS YOU BETTER UNDERSTAND I AM A FELONY AND HAVE NOTHING TO LOSE , SO DO USE ALL A FAVOR GO BACK INTO YOUR HOLE CRAB . THANK YOU AND HAVE A GREAT DAY - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No (2) Reply - Report abuse
Wendy in Jeffersonville, Indiana 19 months ago	Seems like everyone on this board is from California. My felony is a drug trafficking charge from Florida. June 20th 2005, but I wasnt sentenced till June 6th of 2006. So Ive been convicted for a little over 4 years now. (I was 17, judge if you will, does not hurt my feeling, and thats not why Im here) as well as many of you, Ive been hired and fired after having my background check come back to haunt me every time. I'm starting dental assisting classes soon, and I hope Indiana Laws for this profession dont haunt me like every other entry level job out there. Good luck to everyone for trying to better themselves. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (3) / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
ColeyCol 19 months ago	Can anyone help me? I live in CA. I was offered a job at wells Fargo pending the background check. I have a misdemenor that was expunged about 7 years ago. When I had my cop friend pull up my background he told me there were no arrest on my record. I'm worried I won't pass the finger print test that I'm having done tomorrow. Does anyone know if they can pull it up on my record even if it was expunged? Please help! I'm stressing out. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No Reply - Report abuse
kkinkaty in Katy, Texas 17 months ago	haiku30 in Santa Ana, California said: Thanks for your useless post. I'm studying to be a DA and already intern in an office. You are very rude. A person ask you a simple question. Not to be cut down..I dont think I'd want you near me or my mouth. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No (2) Reply - Report abuse
DentalGURU2009 in Genoa City, Wisconsin 17 months ago	ColeyCol said: Can anyone help me? I live in CA. I was offered a job at wells Fargo pending the background check. I have a misdemenor that was expunged about 7 years ago. When I had my cop friend pull up my background he told me there were no arrest on my record. I'm worried I won't pass the finger print test that I'm having done tomorrow. Does anyone know if they can pull it up on my record even if it was expunged? Please help! I'm stressing out. Try the Taco Bell. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No (4) Reply - Report abuse
phuckyou in Keller, Texas 17 months ago	DentalGURU2009 in Genoa City, Wisconsin said: Try the Taco Bell. I smell a troll.. go get you some taco bell low life.. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (3) / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
Mama in San Jose, California 15 months ago	Well, I got a question too.. My husband is a 3 time convicted felon, and all related to weed charges. He is enrolled in college and wants to become a dental hygenist. So, is it worth it to go through all the requirements and the hygeine program? He got convicted last year in march.. I'm trying to do some research and see what I could find - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Escott_j 15 months ago	Mama in San Jose, California said: Well, I got a question too.. My husband is a 3 time convicted felon, and all related to weed charges. He is enrolled in college and wants to become a dental hygenist. So, is it worth it to go through all the requirements and the hygeine program? He got convicted last year in march.. I'm trying to do some research and see what I could find I would contact the state dental board where his wishes to set up his practice and inquire of them. I graduated the Top of my Dental Assistant class in 1988. I am a felon and have not worked in a dental office yet... Now, as a Paralegal (Graduate Blackstone School of Law, Dallas, TX 2002)one has a greater chance of being of value!!! - Was this comment helpful? Yes (3) / No Reply - Report abuse
KAT in Hollywood, Florida 13 months ago	Hey, I just turned 22yrs old and had got into a bit of trouble within the last couple yrs. i have never been convicted of a felony charge but, have gotten felony charges with judication with-holds on all of them. Marijuana over 20grams, Poss of Alprolazon, Vicaden, and so on but, i was never found guily on any or sent to prison just a probation sentence which is completed and closed can i still be a dental assistant i need to find out before i pursue this as a start off career. Does it still pop up bc on applications it asks if id ever been convicted or misdemeanor or felony and i alwayz put No telling the truth will these felonys that im not convicted of interfere with my future? plzzzz answer me any1 who knows or have been thru this - Was this comment helpful? Yes (4) / No Reply - Report abuse
citrine631 in Edgewater, Florida 13 months ago	I know what everyones saying. I'm trying to get a degree but am still deciding on a major. I have 3 misdemeaners but a ton of arrests from ages 18-23, I'm 24 now and trying to get my act together.Could I be a Paralegal with more ease than in the medical field? - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Amanda in Felton, Delaware 13 months ago	eww - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No Reply - Report abuse

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