Legal Question in Employment Law in Florida

Job denial
I have been denied a job due to a misdemeanor charge from over 20 years ago. I live in Florida and the charge was in NY. The employer provided an Affadavit of Good Moral Character which listed offenses that would eliminate me from the position, but my offense is not on the list and they have denied me anyway, stating ''due to my offense''. The charge was PL120.00 Assault 3rd and I have no other problems, since and not even a traffic ticket. What can I do about this? I believe the denial is of a personal nature. Please help!

Asked on 2/13/08, 9:54 am

Alan Wagner Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.

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Re: Job denial

You cannot do anything in my opinion. An employer has the right not to hire you if you have committed a crime of any nature.

Answered on 2/14/08, 4:42 pm

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Re: Job denial

I believe you do not have a viable cause of action. Prior criminal offenses is a permissible basis not to hire a potential employee.

Answered on 2/15/08, 9:27 am

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