Hi, I was recently hired by Allied Barton security company, I was upfront and honest about a four year old misdemeanor criminal marijuana po...

Question

Hi, I was recently hired by Allied Barton security company, I was upfront and honest about a four year old misdemeanor criminal marijuana possession charge, verbally to my recruiter, on the electronic application, and electronic background check questionnaire, after which they acknowledged and continued the hiring process, i signed all there documents, passed the drug test, was given an i.d badge, uniform, completed orientation, linked my checking account for direct deposit and gave them a required $25 money order. The account manager told me to expect a call with in a week for my schedule, i didn't hear back so i called to speak with him, instead i was directed to the recruiter who told me her boss said i would not be able to work for the company because of the very same marijuana charge. It toke hours and multiple visits to there office spanning almost 2 weeks. never before have i completed the hiring process only to be turned down. i was honest and forthcoming bout the charge and its severity and was initially approved. i'm wondering if there's any sort of legal stipulation they violated and have to abide by in this situation. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you. Sincerly, J.demaio

Answer

Yes, you may have a legal remedy under the NY State and the NYC Human Rights Law.