A recent article published in the Akron Beacon Journal examines the harsh reality that convicted felons face when applying for jobs. No matter how qualified a person might be, a criminal conviction often prevents that person from being considered for employment, even if the crime was non-violent, or committed decades ago. Ohio legislators, and those working toward criminal justice reform, are seeking to change the system that holds back almost two million of the state’s citizens, and prevents them, in many cases, from reaching their full potential as law-abiding, productive members of society. The article, written by Rick Armon, details just what the hidden consequences of collateral sanctions are, and what is being done to correct a policy that impedes successful reentry and does little to promote public safety.
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