Could You Lose Your Job Because of a Drug Charge?

A drug charge or conviction could have a lifetime of consequences for you, including job loss. While the American legal system is founded on the premise that everyone is innocent until proven guilty, in practice, even a criminal charge without a conviction can have a substantial negative impact on people’s lives. Losing your job could be part of that impact. One way you could lose your job after being charged with a drug-related crime is through repeated absences. If you are arrested and jailed, it could be several days before you or a family member can call your manager to request...

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