{"id":574,"date":"2018-06-18T10:11:07","date_gmt":"2018-06-18T10:11:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expungecriminalrecordindiana.com\/blog\/?p=574"},"modified":"2018-06-16T16:19:22","modified_gmt":"2018-06-16T16:19:22","slug":"things-an-employer-cannot-ask-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expungecriminalrecordindiana.com\/blog\/things-an-employer-cannot-ask-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Things an Employer Cannot Ask You"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><font color=\"#660066\">If you are applying for a job, there are several types of information an employer can legally ask you to disclose. In contrast, there are also several questions they cannot ask you. Continue reading to learn what a potential employer cannot ask you on a job application nor in an interview.<\/font><\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_575\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expungecriminalrecordindiana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Expungement-Laws-Indiana-e1529165777796.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-575\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expungecriminalrecordindiana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Expungement-Laws-Indiana-e1529165777796.jpg\" alt=\"Criminal Record Expungement Attorney 317-636-7514\" width=\"600\" height=\"375\" class=\"size-full wp-image-575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expungecriminalrecordindiana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Expungement-Laws-Indiana-e1529165777796.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.expungecriminalrecordindiana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Expungement-Laws-Indiana-e1529165777796-300x188.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-575\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Criminal Record Expungement Attorney 317-636-7514<\/p><\/div><br \/>\nWhen you are looking for a new job, you can expect a potential employer to ask you questions. In fact, they are sure to ask about all kinds of information pertaining to your vocational and educational history, including references, criminal records, and even credit reports. Employers are also perfectly within their legal right to ask applicants about their job skills, and can even have them take certain tests to assess their job aptitude.<\/p>\n<h1><font color=\"#660066\">What They <strong>CANNOT<\/strong> Ask About<\/font><\/h1>\n<p>Although employers can ask a lot of questions about you, there are some topics that are off limits; primarily, those that discriminate. Below are a list of topics that are considered discriminatory. The exception to this rule is legality. If there is a legal reason that justifies asking a particular question, then it is permitted. Otherwise, you can politely pass on answering it on a job application or in an interview.<\/p>\n<p><font color=\"#b30000\"><strong>&#9747;<\/strong><\/font> <font color=\"gray\">Age<\/font><br \/>\n<font color=\"#b30000\"><strong>&#9747;<\/strong><\/font> <font color=\"gray\">Color<\/font><br \/>\n<font color=\"#b30000\"><strong>&#9747;<\/strong><\/font> <font color=\"gray\">National Origin<\/font><br \/>\n<font color=\"#b30000\"><strong>&#9747;<\/strong><\/font> <font color=\"gray\">Race\/Ethnicity<\/font><br \/>\n<font color=\"#b30000\"><strong>&#9747;<\/strong><\/font> <font color=\"gray\">Religion\/Creed<\/font><br \/>\n<font color=\"#b30000\"><strong>&#9747;<\/strong><\/font> <font color=\"gray\">Sex\/Gender<\/font><br \/>\n<font color=\"#b30000\"><strong>&#9747;<\/strong><\/font> <font color=\"gray\">Sexual Orientation<\/font><br \/>\n<font color=\"#b30000\"><strong>&#9747;<\/strong><\/font> <font color=\"gray\">Gender Identity<\/font><br \/>\n<font color=\"#b30000\"><strong>&#9747;<\/strong><\/font> <font color=\"gray\">Marital Status<\/font><br \/>\n<font color=\"#b30000\"><strong>&#9747;<\/strong><\/font> <font color=\"gray\">Disabilities<\/font><br \/>\n<font color=\"#b30000\"><strong>&#9747;<\/strong><\/font> <font color=\"gray\">Pregnancy<\/font><br \/>\n<font color=\"#b30000\"><strong>&#9747;<\/strong><\/font> <font color=\"gray\">Public\/Governmental Benefits<\/font><\/p>\n<h1><font color=\"#660066\">Criminal Records and Expungement<\/font><\/h1>\n<p>Since employers are allowed to inquire about an applicant\u2019s criminal history, many people with criminal records are reluctant or hesitant to apply for a job. Certain types of criminal records can hold applicants back from getting professional licenses, promotions, or even entry level positions paid by the hour. This can affect a person for the rest of their life, and hold them back from a world of vocational opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, some may quality for criminal record expungement or sealing, which can greatly improve a person\u2019s employment potential. A person may quality to either expunge or seal their records. The difference between the two are complex, so it is important to discuss your eligibility with a licensed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expungecriminalrecordindiana.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Indianapolis expungement lawyer<\/a> who is well-versed in the Indiana expungement laws. <\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, the petition process is rigorous, and requires astute implementation that only a lawyer can provide. You only get to petition for expungement one time in your life, and just one mistake on your application can take it all back in an instant. You need a licensed attorney to ensure your petition is implemented without a hitch.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Expunge Criminal Records in Indiana<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_492\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expungecriminalrecordindiana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Criminal-Expungement-Indianapolis-Indiana.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-492\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expungecriminalrecordindiana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Criminal-Expungement-Indianapolis-Indiana-300x265.jpg\" alt=\"Criminal Record Expungement 317-636-7514\" width=\"300\" height=\"265\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-492\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-492\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Criminal Record Expungement 317-636-7514<\/p><\/div><strong>Call 317-636-7514<\/strong> to expunge criminal records in Indiana. We offer criminal record expungement services starting as low as $850! As a seasoned criminal defense law firm, we are well-versed in the new Indiana expungement laws, and know exactly how to file and obtain a legal expungement, successfully. Call our office at 317-636-7514 and schedule a free initial consultation to determine your eligibility, today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are applying for a job, there are several types of information an employer can legally ask you to disclose. In contrast, there are also several questions they cannot ask you. 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