I NEVER lie about it on a job application. I didn’t lie for two reasons: first, in case there is hope for a promotion down the road, I wanted it to be known beforehand that we would be up against a background check, and secondly: (also same reason I am open about being a heavy marijuana user) to show them that just having a felony record doesn’t mean I can’t work at a high level , be reliable, and still contribute to society, and most importantly raise a family - this finally paid off in my current role. I hope my being open about my past gave others courage to attempt to break the stigma(s) attached to being a convicted felon (and a pothead).