done some serious searching

[joneq]

but can't seem to find any info on felony [class e-dwi 1987] in NY and how it affects liscencing. I would consider locksmithing as a hobby but may like to take a course only if I can make some money,other wise I will go with books and videos. Like to say hello to all. Very interesting site. Very informative. Like I said I have searched now for a couple of days and can't really find anything. I am semi retired and live in upstate NY not the city

[Buggs41]

I would hope that by now, that DWI is off your record. If not, that is a crime in itself.

As far as I can tell, from reading all posts from various members, laws vary quite a bit from state, to state.

Even 'intent' to comitt a crime, is a very grey area.

The best possible advice I can give, is to contact a lawyer. They will be better fitted to answer your question, and protect you from any lawful harm while persuing this trade/hobby.

[joneq]

felonies are funny that way. They never come off your record. It would be Ironic if I got arrested by a cop who never got caught dwi and sentenced by a judge who never got caught either. Not such a stretch. Seems like the crime is getting caught. Cops,ploiticians and fireman are getting caught frequently in NY dwi. They usualy have to retire with pension. Oh well.

[TOWCH]

It's my understanding that there are methods of getting felonies expunged after about 10-15 years of good behavior. It's no easy process but I would check with a lawyer if I was you.

[joneq]

I will look into that. Thanks