Those with a felony conviction who have served time behind bars must make a difficult transition from incarceration to regular work. Some formerly incarcerated people try to create their businesses since it may be challenging to reenter employment<\/a>. But can felons own businesses?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Felons can definitely establish a business or an LLC. The downside is that they may be unable to engage in specific business endeavors, especially those needing a special license (dangerous materials, finance, law, or medical). <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read on to learn how felons may set up a business, what restrictions they must deal with, and why an LLC could be their best choice. <\/p>\n\n\n

Quick Navigation<\/h2>\n

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• Establishing A Business or LLC As A Felon<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
• Operating A Franchise As A Felon<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
• Limitations on Business Ownership for Felons<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
• How Can a Felon Launch a Business?<\/a>\n\n\n
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    • \n1. Business Plan<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
    • 2. Financing<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
    • 3. Business Licenses  <\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
    • 4. Insurance<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
    • Online Business Resources For Felons<\/a>\n\n\n
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        • \nInmates to Entrepreneurs<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
        • Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
        • SCORE<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
        • Crowdfunding<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
        • Top Business Grants and Loans For Felons In 2023<\/a>\n\n\n
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            • \nSmall Businesses Grants<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
            • Small Business Loans<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
            • The Best Ex-Felon Business Ideas for 2023<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
            • Conclusions<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul>\n\n

              Establishing A Business or LLC As A Felon<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

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