IS MY FUTURE (Finance / Banking) DOOMED w/ a CRIMINAL RECORD?

[RecentGRAD]

Recently graduated from a top-tier undergrad business program with an above-average GPA. Problem is, I've had three job offers (corp. fin, ibanking, investment management) rescinded due to my previous criminal record. These were two small misdemeanors that occurred when I was a freshman:

- Trespassing (spent a day in detention center as a fine)
- Urination in public (paid a fine, didn't know this would permanently be on my record)

State law prohibits expungement of any kind if you are guilty of a crime. What are the implications moving forward if I am to pursue a career in Ibanking/Investment management?

Should I switch to another industry for my career? Is my future in finance (which hasn't even begun) doomed...? Sure feels like it...

[ElizabethH]

yes, but no. if you have been in jail, then yes. if u haven't, then act as an angel. good luck. if you have been in jail, watch out, because your family can be affected.