Can pleading guilty to a drug charge prevent me from getting a job?

Just being arrested and having the charges dropped can be problematic when applying for a job. In that case you would want the arrest and if possible the conviction or withholding of the adjudication of guilt sealed or expunged. Can only do this once in a lifetime on only one case. If you enter a plea to any drug charge you will have a criminal record and it could prevent you from military jobs, security clearance and civilian work. You can also have your driver's license suspended by DMV. You should talk to a lawyer prior to go to court so your fully informed.