If I disclosed a DUI convictio on a job application, can I later be fired because of it?
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If I disclosed a DUI convictio on a job application, can I later be fired because of it?
I put that I had received a DUI on my application and was hired as a salaried employee. However, I was fired 23 days later for the DUI showing up. Can they do this?
Asked on May 30, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, New Hampshire
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Under the laws of all state sin this country, absent a written agreement to the contrary, one's employment is terminable at will. Meaning, one can be terminated by his or her employer without recourse for any legitimate reason so long as there is no discrimination based upon gender, race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation and the like.
From what you have written, your employer can legally terminate you due to your DUI conviction particularly if your job would have required the driving of vehicles.
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