This document provides information regarding employers' obligations to not discriminate against job applicants and employees because of their criminal history. Your criminal record is off-limits until an employer offers you a job.Most employers in New York City are not allowed to deny you a job, suspend you, or fire you because of your pending arrest or criminal conviction. Fighting discrimination in employment. Every New Yorker has the right to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. The Division of Human Rights complaint form is available at the below link. You may use this form to file and submit your complaint online. This Discrimination Claim Policy and Procedure for the New. Under New York law, employers and state agencies that issue licenses cannot reject you simply because you have a criminal conviction. Article 23-A requires employers to evaluate qualified job seekers and current employees with conviction histories fairly and on a case-by-case basis.