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by illimitato_hustla on October 21st, 2006

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Can go to school to become a paralegal if I have a 3rd degree felony for distribution of cocaine and a 4th degree weapon charge?

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  • by Angeleve on December 27th, 2006

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    You can go to school for whatever, but you cannot obtain a federal grant with those charges. I doubt a law firm will give you a job with that criminal record. Also check with the state bar if you can apply for any licensing in the legal field.

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    • I am eligible for federal aid in 2008, you can recieve federal aid you just have to wait a few years. I don't believe you need a license to be a secretary, but I could be wrong.

      illimitato_hustla

      by illimitato_hustla on December 28th, 2006

    • A paralegal is not a secretary. If yu are talking about a certification then it is hardly a paralegal. Universities have an associates and a bachlors degree in paralegal studies.

      Angeleve

      by Angeleve on December 28th, 2006

    • so what is someone with felonies who is a reformed single mom of 4 supposed to do. what job or career is there for people with felonies who want a better life for herself and her kids. How do I make a difference.

      martinez

      by martinez on January 11th, 2007

    • You have many opportunities, but it limits you to some in law enforcement and others. I know many people that have a great career with felonies. Depending on what the cahrge or conviction was you can still find good jobs.

      Angeleve

      by Angeleve on January 12th, 2007

    • Thanks Angeleve, just looking back at older comments on my profile.

      I am actually attending school to be a paralegal. I am almost complete, and yes, a legal secretary and a paralegal often are interchangeable terms.

      Education, experience, or certification is not required to become a paralegal it is at the sole discretion of the supervising attorney (but it is preferred.)

      There is no such thing as a license to be a paralegal in New Jersey. The only legal license is an attorney's license which you get once you pass the BAR.

      I am employed by a law firm now and they are aware of my record, so Martinez please don't be discouraged :)

      illimitato_hustla

      by illimitato_hustla on October 29th, 2010

    • Oh, and a federal grant paid for my entire education and provided me with additional living expenses, and supplied my books when I didn't have as much income as I do now.

      For the record, my charges were severe and they can not be expunged.

      illimitato_hustla

      by illimitato_hustla on October 29th, 2010

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