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Learn the basics (1)
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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
Certificates that show rehabilitation (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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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
Can I get an employment license? (1)
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Getting to work with a criminal record
This guide explains the process for obtaining licenses in 25 occupations and professions for people who have conviction records. 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 (1)
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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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I am a former inmate and I need assistance (3)
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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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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
Discrimination because of a criminal record (9)
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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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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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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
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How to recognize and address discrimination
This booklet is for people with HIV, AIDS, a substance use disorder and/or a criminal record who want to know their rights to be free of discrimination. The section on criminal records applies mainly in New York, but the other sections have useful information for people throughout the United States. Content Detail
Starting a business (1)
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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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Employment rights (4)
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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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NYS Work for Success Program and Your Rights
Read this quick guide about New York's new Work for Success program to help the formerly incarcerated find employment. Content Detail
I want to apply for a job (4)
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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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Chart of legal protections you have when applying for a job while having a criminal record
This chart explains the legal protections for people with criminal records who are applying for jobs in New York. Content Detail
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Crafting a personal statement
This document explains how individuals with criminal records can craft a personal statement to increase their chances of employment and other opportunities. Content Detail
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Reference letter template
This resource helps individuals craft an effective letter of reference for an individual with a conviction record. Content Detail