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If I apply for a position where the employer is required by law to perform background checks, will this affect my rights?

Maybe. When a specific law requires a background check, that law usually outlines the rights employees or applicants have as well. Read More

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In California, can an employment background check include my credit report?

No, an employer can’t review your credit report in California unless the position falls into an exemption. Exemptions include 

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Can a background check include criminal records that have been expunged?

They shouldn’t, but definitions of expungement vary from state to state. The records might not completely disappear and might still be available to law enforcement. Read More

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Does an employer need my permission before obtaining my education records?

Generally, yes. A school shouldn’t release student records without the authorization of an adult-age student or parent. Read More

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What happens after I file a dispute about the accuracy of the information in my background check?

The screening company has 30 days to investigate after you file your dispute. If you file additional information during that 30 days, the time may be extended by another 15 days (maximum total of 45 days allowed to consider your dispute).

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Does a having criminal record mean I can never get a job?

It should not. According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, you can’t be denied employment based on a criminal record alone. It requires the employer to also consider

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