Description
During our interview process, I would like to ask if you have ever been convicted of a felony. This information helps us to ensure a safe and secure working environment.
1. Integrity : The question assesses your honesty and adherence to moral and ethical principles.
2. Transparency : The question requires you to be open and forthright about your past.
3. Accountability : Responding to this question demonstrates your ability to take responsibility for your past actions.
4. Legal Compliance : The employer needs to ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
1. Background Verification : The question is used to verify your background for suitability in the role and company.
2. Risk Assessment : To assess any potential risks you might pose to the company, its employees, or its customers.
3. Legal Obligations : The company may be required by law to ask this question and make decisions based on the answer.
4. Trustworthiness Evaluation : To gauge how trustworthy you are by assessing if you are forthcoming with sensitive information.
1. Understand the laws : Know your rights regarding what you are and aren't required to disclose about your legal history.
2. Reflect on reform : If you have a conviction, be prepared to discuss how you have changed or what you have learned since.
3. Prepare for follow-up questions : If your answer is yes, be ready to provide context or details that the interviewer may ask for.