This document provides information regarding employers' obligations to not discriminate against job applicants and employees because of their criminal history. 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.1) Please fill out the complaint form, answering all of the questions. 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. Criminal Record Discrimination in New York. Under New York law, employers and state agencies that issue licenses cannot reject you simply because you have a criminal conviction. The employment of persons with previous convictions. Bottom line: DO NOT LIE. .