Can my employer fire me for a felony conviction from a crime 2 1/2 years ago?
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Can my employer fire me for a felony conviction from a crime 2 1/2 years ago?
I was convicted of a felony yesterday for theft by deception. My current employer is aware that I had charges pending, but is not aware that I have been convicted yet. They told me that any theft or fraud charge would lead to my dismissal. However, they have made exceptions for other employees that have felonies for DUI and rug charges. Additionally, the crime I was charged with happened over 2 1/2 years ago with a previous employer. I have a perfect record with my current employer. I am just curious if they can terminate me for my felony conviction when they allow other felony convicti
Asked on July 31, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Nebraska
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Potentially you could be terminated from your position for recently being convicted of a felony by your employer legally if such conviction is a violation of rules, regulations and the employer employee handbook (if in effect) at your place of employment.
The issue that you may be missing is that your employer may have hired employees knowing of some prior problems that they had with the law with the expectation of no future problems as an employee. In your situation, your conviction happened after being hired. You may want to consult further with a labor attorney about your matter.
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