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Learn the basics (3)
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Certificates of Relief, Good Conduct, and Disposition
One-page info sheet on applying for Certificates, with process for each borough on NYC. Content Detail
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Employment Background Check Guide
This government resource explains your rights about background checks and the legality of questions about your work history, a criminal record, your financial or medical history, or your use of online social media when you are trying to get a job. Content Detail
Can I get an employment license? (3)
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Healthcare Licensing Chart
This is a chart summarizing the procedures for criminal history checks and criminal record-based restrictions. This chart also lists the processes for overcoming these restrictions for job applicants at agencies licensed by the Department of Health, Office of Mental Health, and Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities. Content Detail
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Know-Your-Rights to the Transportation Security Administration's Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Background Checks of Port Workers and Truck Drivers
Provides general information about transportation worker background checks and links to know-your-rights flyers in various languages. Content Detail
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- Hindi / हिन्दी
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How to File Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Waivers and Appeals
Allows TWIC applicants to understand how to respond to TSA's initial determinations of ineligibility. Content Detail
I want to file a complaint (6)
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Clinton County Human Rights Commission
If you believe that you have been discriminated against within the County of Clinton you may file a complaint with the Clinton County Human Rights Commission. Content Detail
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Orange County Human Rights Commission
You may file a complaint with the Orange County Human Rights Commission staff if you are a resident of Orange County or are employed in Orange County and believe that you have been the victim of discrimination either in your employment, housing or a public accommodation because of your race or color, national origin, creed, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest and/or conviction record or your genetic predisposition or carrier status. Content Detail
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Suffolk County Human Rights Commission (SCHRC)
The Suffolk County Human Rights Commission (SCHRC) is a county agency that enforces the various laws against discrimination. Content Detail
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Sullivan County Human Rights Commission
The Human Rights Commission was created to foster good relationships among communities and groups of people in Sullivan County. You can file discrimination complaints with this agency. Content Detail
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Tompkins County Human Rights Commission
The Tompkins County Office of Human Rights offers telephone or in-office consultation regarding questions of rights, disputes, alleged violation of anti-discrimination laws which provide protection in the areas of employment, housing, credit, places of public accommodations, volunteer firefighting, and non-sectarian educational institutions, based on age, creed, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, domestic violence victim status, disability, military status, arrest record, conviction record, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status (in housing only) and domestic workers (in employment only).The Office of Human Rights attempts to conciliate disputes on the local level and to assist complainants filing formal complaints with state or federal agencies. Confidentiality is protected. Any individual who resides or works in Tompkins County may use these services without a fee. Content Detail
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Ulster County Human Rights Commission
The Human Relations Commission exists to foster respect for the rights of all citizens and to explore opportunities for improving relations among all people of Ulster County. Services include: - Telephone consultation with individuals who believe that their human rights have been violated in any of the following areas: employment, housing, public accommodation, education, credit - Assistance in preparing and filing a complaint with the NYS Division of Human Rights for individuals who believe that they have been discriminated against because of their race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital or familial status, or arrest/conviction record. Content Detail
Getting important documents (3)
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How to Obtain Important Documents
This guide tells you how to apply for and obtain important documents, including driver's licenses, non-driver I.D. cards, social security cards, birth certificates, voter registration, naturalization cards and passports. These documents are important because they are often needed to obtain employment, housing, public assistance, etc. Content Detail
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How to Apply for a Birth Certificate in New York
If you were born outside of NYC, this website provides info on how to obtain a copy of your birth certificate. Content Detail
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How to Apply for a Birth Certificate in New York City
If you were born in NYC this booklet provides info on how to obtain a copy of your New York City birth certificate. Content Detail
I am a former inmate and I need assistance (5)
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Reentry Resource Center of New York
Reentry.net maintains the Reentry Resource Center for New York which is a support network and information clearinghouse on prison, reentry, and the consequences of criminal proceedings. Content Detail
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Services for formerly incarcerated people
A guide for persons incarcerated, persons formerly incarcerated, and others similarly in need, to assist their re-entry back into society. Content Detail
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The Bronx Reentry & Resource Directory for Returning Residents and Families
A comprehensive guide to reentry and related services in the Bronx. The directory is divided into several categories, including the following services: administrative and comprehensive, clothing, educational, employment, family, food pantry, health and wellness, housing, legal, mental health, substance abuse, and support groups. Content Detail
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Resources for people coming back to Ulster County after jail or person
A guide and resource list for those returning from prison or jail. Content Detail
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Getting your rights back
Read about ways to get your rights back with a Certificate of Relief from Disabilities and a Certificate of Good Conduct. Content Detail
Discriminating because of a criminal record (8)
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How to File a Complaint with the New York City Commission on Human Rights
Information on how to file a complaint with the City if you are a victim of employment discrimination. Content Detail
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- Spanish / Español
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How to File a Complaint with the New York State Division of Human Rights
Information on how to file a complaint with the State Division of Human Rights if you believe that you have been the victim of discrimination. Content Detail
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- Spanish / Español
- Russian / Pусский
- Chinese / 中文
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Clinton County Human Rights Commission
If you believe that you have been discriminated against within the County of Clinton you may file a complaint with the Clinton County Human Rights Commission. Content Detail
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Orange County Human Rights Commission
You may file a complaint with the Orange County Human Rights Commission staff if you are a resident of Orange County or are employed in Orange County and believe that you have been the victim of discrimination either in your employment, housing or a public accommodation because of your race or color, national origin, creed, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest and/or conviction record or your genetic predisposition or carrier status. Content Detail
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Suffolk County Human Rights Commission (SCHRC)
The Suffolk County Human Rights Commission (SCHRC) is a county agency that enforces the various laws against discrimination. Content Detail
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Sullivan County Human Rights Commission
The Human Rights Commission was created to foster good relationships among communities and groups of people in Sullivan County. You can file discrimination complaints with this agency. Content Detail
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Tompkins County Human Rights Commission
The Tompkins County Office of Human Rights offers telephone or in-office consultation regarding questions of rights, disputes, alleged violation of anti-discrimination laws which provide protection in the areas of employment, housing, credit, places of public accommodations, volunteer firefighting, and non-sectarian educational institutions, based on age, creed, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, domestic violence victim status, disability, military status, arrest record, conviction record, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status (in housing only) and domestic workers (in employment only).The Office of Human Rights attempts to conciliate disputes on the local level and to assist complainants filing formal complaints with state or federal agencies. Confidentiality is protected. Any individual who resides or works in Tompkins County may use these services without a fee. Content Detail
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Ulster County Human Rights Commission
The Human Relations Commission exists to foster respect for the rights of all citizens and to explore opportunities for improving relations among all people of Ulster County. Services include: - Telephone consultation with individuals who believe that their human rights have been violated in any of the following areas: employment, housing, public accommodation, education, credit - Assistance in preparing and filing a complaint with the NYS Division of Human Rights for individuals who believe that they have been discriminated against because of their race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital or familial status, or arrest/conviction record. Content Detail
Starting a business (6)
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Do You Have a Criminal Conviction History?
A guide to employment rights in New York for those with a criminal conviction history. Content Detail
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Small Business Toolkit
If you have a criminal record this toolkit will help you learn about how you can start a business or find a job. The toolkit starts with an explanation of the laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on criminal records and provides tips for getting necessary identification documents and applying for certificates of rehabilitation. It then sets out steps for planning and starting a business, and for applying for necessary licenses. Content Detail
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The Prime Objective: A Guide to Preparing the Job Seeking Ex-Offender
Resource booklet designed to help ex-offenders with the job search and with reintegration into society. Includes information about obtaining important documents, certificates from the parole board, your rap sheet and your credit reports, and other important steps job seekers should take. Content Detail
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Lowering Criminal Record Barriers: Certificates of Relief/Good Conduct and Record Sealing
This booklet explains which cases are eligible to be sealed and how to seal them. It also explains who is eligible for a Certificate of Relief from Disabilities or a Certificate of Good Conduct and how to apply for them. These certificates can improve your chances of getting a job or housing. Content Detail
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Certificates that Promote Rehabilitation: Why They are So Important and How to Get Them
Guide that details why certificates are so important, what each one does, eligibility, how to obtain a certificate, and helpful tips. Also includes a chart on automatic disqualifications for public housing. Content Detail
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Certificates of Relief From Disabilities and Certificates of Good Conduct Licensure and Employment of Offenders
This is a question and answer document from New York State regarding how to obtain certificates of relief and certificates of good conduct. Content Detail
Employment rights (6)
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Employment Discrimination Fact Sheet for Workers
This fact sheet lists types of workplace discrimination along with tips for recognizing workplace discrimination (based on gender, religion, national origin/ethnicity, criminal history, etc.). It provides explanations of sexual harassment, language discrimination, required religious accommodations, etc. It also contains phone numbers of agencies to call if you feel you are experiencing workplace discrimination. Content Detail
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Know Your Rights: Understanding Juvenile and Criminal Records and their Impact on Employment
This booklet was written to educate young people who have been involved in the criminal justice system on the challenges they might face when seeking employment, and explain what can be done to improve the chances of being hired despite your criminal record. Content Detail
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United States Navy and Marine Corps Criminal History Disqualification's
Overview of the impact of criminal history and records on eligibility for the Navy and Marine Corps. Content Detail
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Your New York State Rap Sheet: A Guide to Getting, Understanding, and Correcting Your Criminal Record
This guide by the Legal Actions Center provides instructions on getting a copy of your criminal record (RAP Sheet) and correcting any mistakes in it. The guide also explains how and what type of information employers get about your record and when they can get it. Content Detail
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NYC Department of Education Policy for Arrested Employees
This resource clarifies the responsibilities of different offices within the Department of Education to investigate the circumstances of employees and other persons working for the Department who are arrested. It also contains information on background checks for job applicants. Content Detail
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NYS Work for Success Program and Your Rights
Read about New York's new Work for Success program to help the formerly incarcerated find employment. Under this program, a business can earn up to $2,400 in federal tax credits for each formerly incarcerated individual they hire. But first make sure you know your rights as well! Content Detail
