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Democratic Lawmaker Wants To Ban Felon Question On Job Applications

A Democratic Michigan lawmaker is launching an effort to prevent employers from asking about a person’s criminal background on job applications.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2013/03/09

State Representative Brian Banks (D-Detroit) is joined by his mother, Joyce Banks; his brothers, Justin Banks and Joe Holland Jr.; and family friend Carlton Ross at the swearing-in ceremony Wednesday, Jan. 9, at the state Capitol.

Ex-Con Sworn In To Michigan House of Representatives

Brian Banks, an 8-time convicted felon, took the oath of office Wednesday in Lansing.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2013/01/09

Brian Banks (Campaign Photo)

8-Time Felon From Detroit Seeks Michigan House Seat

An eight-time felon convicted of writing bad checks and credit card fraud between 1998 and 2004 is running for a state House seat.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/09/28

Wanted Felon Caught On St. Clair River

A Canadian fishing trawler captain, wanted on several charges including assault and resisting arrest, has been apprehended in Michigan waters.

2010/11/05

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