... marjuana in 2001, I went to a recruiter and he stated that because of my 2001 misdemeanor I am not eligible ! He stated that budget cuts no longer gives waivers ? Is this true ? Any advise on help to join I am in the process of getting it expudged , will that help me ?? Should I try going to different recruiters will someone take me ? I am so upset with my past and trying to straighten my life out for my family and I . I have always wanted to join the army , any advise help ??? Any recommendations ?