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Hi there, thank you for taking the time to read and hopefully answer my questions. In 2007 I was charged with a felony theft and was on a deferred sentence and once that sentence was over (18 months of probation) it will be expunged. Now I know expunged doesn't mean anything to the government only the civilian world, but would I even be considered by a recruiter to join the Air Force? This is the only incident on my record. I'm sure a waiver would be needed so what is the likelihood of getting a waiver? A straight no bs answer would be great. Thank you again for taking allowing me to take some of your time.
Unfortunately with todays economy the way it is the military in general isnt even doing waivers. That sort of crime would require at a minimum of a group level waiver. I would get some education and then try again when the economy picks up and it is harder for the recruiters to find willing participants.
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Howard Lorenz
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I have spent the past 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, 3 years was assigned as an Enlisted Accessions Recruiter. I have been deployed various times to several locations. If it is a career in the military you are looking for or thinking about I most likely have the answer. I still have contacts with in the recruiting field and if I don't know the answer then I have folks who do where I can find the answer. I am very blunt and straight forward and will make no attempts to BS you. I will give you the best information that I possible can can. If you think that you cant handle the answer that I give you, then don't ask the question...... If you are planning on joining the military, your number 1 decision factor in making this kind of move is that you need to be more concerned about serving your country than your country serving you!! All the benefits are the best that you can find. Education is at a premium right now and its the most rewarding thing that you can do. If I dont answer right away probably means that I am busy, but have patience, I will get to you.
Experience
Air Force Recruiter for 3 years, Air Force Career 21 Years
Organizations
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Education/Credentials
Community College of the Air Force, International Air Academy, Allied Business Schools, Embry Riddle Aeronautical College, Defense Acquisition University
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