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Amendment to Rules Governing Employment Discrimination Based on Criminal History

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Rule status: Proposed

Agency: CCHR

Comment by date: September 4, 2024

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Final-Proposed-Amendment-to-Rules-Governing-Employment-Discrimination-Based-on-Criminal-History.pdf

The New York City Commission on Human Rights (the “Commission”) is proposing to amend its rules governing employment discrimination based on criminal history.

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September 5, 2024
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  • Karl Beecher

    Wednesday August 14 2024 1:31am

    Hi, my name is Karl Beecher. In my youth I got into some trouble but thankfully it did not result in going to prison.

    However, it appears my character has been given a life sentence behind societies bars. It’s really unfair and down right unconstitutional that a moment of youthful indiscretions will remain with me for a lifetime.

    I propose that all criminal records should be summarily,automatically and totally expunged from the entire system if the individual has not been involved in any crime for10 consecutive years.

    If the individual has not been involved in any criminal acts for five consecutive years, then the police department can maintain that information for access but it would not be public record and would not affect an individual seeking employment. Particularly, his past offenses would not be mandated or required for disclosure on job application or any document for that matter.

    The benefit of implementing such a ruling would assist individuals to reclaim their life, dignity and give them the hope and inspiration to move forward from their bad mistakes.

    Conversely, when an emblazoned, indelible stain is placed upon an individual for life, it takes away hope, produces a low-key subconsciously present depression and creates an inevitable recidivistic inclination and mentality born out of shame and despair.

    In the case where people have done their time, they have satisfied their judgment; it is very unfair, unreasonable and unkind to perpetuate a conviction(s) in light of the fact judgement was satisfied.

    God Himself makes it clear once the punishment for sin has been satisfied He will remember our sins no more. If God/Jesus can forgive and forget, how much more should we do the same

    Jeremiah 31:34 NLT
    ….” says the Lord. “And I will forgive their wickedness, and I will never again remember their sins.”
    https://bible.com/bible/116/jer.31.34.NLT

    Hebrews 8:12 NLT
    [12] And I will forgive their wickedness, and I will never again remember their sins.”
    https://bible.com/bible/116/heb.8.12.NLT

    Isaiah 43:25 NLT
    [25] “I—yes, I alone—will blot out your sins for my own sake and will never think of them again.
    https://bible.com/bible/116/isa.43.25.NLT

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    Psalms 82:2
    “How long will you hand down unjust decisions by favoring the wicked?
    Psalms 82:2 NLT
    https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.82.2.NLT

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    Psalms 94:20
    Can unjust leaders claim that God is on their side— leaders whose decrees permit injustice?
    Psalms 94:20 NLT
    https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.94.20.NLT

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    ⭐Lamentations 3:35‭-‬36
    if they deprive others of their rights in defiance of the Most High, if they twist justice in the courts— doesn’t the Lord see all these things?
    Lamentations 3:35‭-‬36 NLT
    https://bible.com/bible/116/lam.3.35-36.NLT

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    1 Thessalonians 4:8
    Therefore, anyone who refuses to live by these rules is not disobeying human teaching but is rejecting God, who gives his Holy Spirit to you.
    1 Thessalonians 4:8 NLT
    https://bible.com/bible/116/1th.4.8.NLT

    I’m not sure if I’ll be alive when these changes will be implemented but I have faith and hope that it will occur. Truth always prevails, it just takes time to be set free.

    Thank you for taking the time to read my thoughts 😊🙏🏽

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    Jesus is the only way to our Heavenly Father.

    Comment added August 14, 2024 1:38pm
  • NYC Guy

    Businesses should be able to decline to hire criminals based on their past crimes. I don’t want embezzlers working at my bank, or child molesters working at schools. Makes no sense. Dont do the crime if you dont want the pay the consequences.

    Comment added September 1, 2024 7:18pm
  • Nathaniel M.

    I strongly support the proposed amendments to the New York City Commission on Human Rights rules concerning prohibitions on employment discrimination based on criminal history. These changes align with the ongoing efforts to provide individuals with a second chance and reduce the stigma associated with a criminal record.

    In addition to the proposed changes, I propose that all criminal records should be automatically expunged from the entire system if the individual has not been involved in any criminal activity for a period of ten consecutive years. Furthermore, if the individual has not been involved in any criminal acts for five consecutive years, the police department may maintain that information for internal access, but it would not be public record and would not be used to discriminate against the individual in employment or other opportunities.

    The implementation of these changes would have a significant positive impact on individuals who have made mistakes in the past. By removing the barrier of a criminal record, these individuals would have a greater opportunity to rebuild their lives, regain their dignity, and move forward from past mistakes. This would not only reduce the likelihood of recidivism but also promote social justice and equality.

    It is unjust to continue to punish individuals long after they have served their sentences. By expunging their records, we can demonstrate our commitment to rehabilitation and ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. I urge the Commission to adopt these proposed changes and take a leadership role in creating a more equitable and just society.

    Comment added September 3, 2024 2:35pm