How about a two fold program, one where the felons who have successfully completed every requirement, that we no longer be judged by our past mistake. then put an educational curriculum together for probabtionary and pre releasing individuals that teach about priorities, networking for positive growth, moderation and safety nets maybe incorprate a mentor program. and those on early release would continue the intensifyd program thru probation/parole and when time and all requirements are done they to no longer have to answer the question about ever being convicted of a felony.... Now if the job was say dealing with peoples identification it would be appropriate to ask at time of job offer about identy theift issues in their past uo to 7 yrs, and cap that after all violent, offenders cant usually complete intense programs. Just a thought from an ex offeneder with great educational and past work experiences going on 2 years unemployed cause i cant get past that question. Ya i can see where re-offending looks like an option but I must beleave in me.