Lexington’s sixth expungement clinic and job fair scheduled for next week
Originally published by WEKU.
For the sixth time, the City of Lexington along with partner organizations is coordinating an expungement clinic and job fair. Organizers say a clean slate can be life-changing.
The event, scheduled next Wednesday at Central Bank Center, will offer residents the possibility of removing misdemeanors and non-violent felonies from their criminal records. Aretha Fisher has benefited from a previous clinic.
“Now today with filling out applications with the companies that have to run background checks, I have no worries of what they will see or what they will think of me because there’s nothing there to affect me anymore,” said Fisher.
Employers will be on-site to conduct job interviews. City Equity and Implementation Officer Tiffany Brown said the event can strengthen families and promote economic growth. She said walk-ins are welcome. Brown said the process not only clears a person’s record but also restores dignity and hope.
Christi Sorrell is the State Department of Corrections Assistant Director for Reentry Services. During Wednesday’s announcement, she said she wanted to make a statement to those considering attending.
“You are not defined by the actions of your past. But, the actions of your present and the actions of your future can redefine a generation,” said Sorrell.
The expungement event and job fair run from 10:00 to 3:00 PM next Wednesday.
Originally published by WEKU.
Republished with permission.
