To everyone that has given a response, I so appreciate every one of them. You really wouldn't understand how much it means. I am my worst critic. It took me a long time to want to even look at myself. With support, I was able to see that good person again.

Thank you all,

Steven Zopfi

Try and have your record expunged and it will no longer exist. Depending on the class of felony will determine if the judge will consider expunging.

Hi there @Tyrone Gott Jobcase has a Second Chances Resource Center that might be helpful for tips with your search. And please consider following the topic #secondchances too. Good luck and keep us posted on the job search.

Burger King is hiring, it's a start.

Temp agencies with alot of openings. The few companies that dont do background checks, "felony friendly". Independent contractor jobs can sometimes be "felony friendly". Mcdonalds, Home Depot have hired ex felons, depending on circumstances. Day labor sites can get you some days work, if not fun jobs. It all depends on when your conviction was, and to some extent what it was for. Violent vs. non violent, etc. Alot of companies go back 7-10 years from date of conviction. some do life time though, you dont know. Also if you're on an arrest, mugshot site, that can be another issue. Each state has different laws as well, some states are better for second chances than others. The U.S. is not so progressive about this as some other countries, especially Germany etc. in Europe. Hopefully in time you'll have a chance to escape the U.S. "job ghetto" ...

Same