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Former Incarcerated - VA Incarcerated Law - Benefits and Incarcerated - FAQ Letter of Explanation You have only one time to explain a criminal record - If you wait for the interview - it might be too late and you may not get an interview Example: [Date] Date: 24 January 20XX [Company Name] ABC Production Inc. 1469 Lostwoods Road Chicago, Illinois 60001 [Contact Name or Sir or Madam - if you have a chance prior to applying ask for a name] Dear Ms. Janet Smyth;
[Admission of Guilt - if you were arrested - and found guilty or plead guilty - you have to take the responsibility for your action(s)] Please accept this letter of explanation regarding the request for information about felony convictions. On October 3, 2004, I plead guilty for the crime of delivery of a controlled substance. [Regret] I have learned that my crime has caused great suffering to everyone, and it is something I will have a life time to regret. From this lesson, I will bring to you a better employee who will perform an honest day’s work. [Understanding] I am sure you have reservations in considering the hiring an ex-felon, and rightfully so. I can only hope to try to explain the specifics, and my true regret for what I have done in the past and why it will never happen again in the future. [Sell yourself] From the date of my imprisonment, I have been attending college courses and have received a bachelor’s degree in computer science. additionally, I have taken various other supportive courses to assure my life and transition will be both fruitful and progressive. Since I have been living in the Chicago area, I have been volunteering with my church talking with the youth so they will not follow the easy path to prison, as well as, maintained going to a local supportive group. [Opportunity] Now that I have the opportunity to turn my life around and become the outstanding employee you are seeking. Both the United States Department of Labor and the State of Illinois are willing, at no cost to you, to post a $5000.00 Fidelity Bond with you on my behalf. Additionally, the I.R.S. offers a one-time tax credit for employers who hire ex-felons.
I want to personally thank you for this time and consideration.
Respectfully, [sign] Robert Smith Robert Smith 1313 Mocking Bird Lane Sandhill, Illinois 61212 312 555 - 1212
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