Employment

California employers can run a criminal background check after determining that you qualify for the job.

Generally, no.

Private (with five or more employees) and public sector (state/local agencies, cities and counties) employers must review your qualifications for the job before considering your criminal record.

Generally, no.

California employers can only ask to see your arrest record when you’re awaiting trial on the arrest or (for certain arrests) if you are applying for a health care job and will have access to patients or drugs.

Generally, no.

It can only be seen by certain employers (public utilities, law enforcement, security guard firms and childcare facilities).

No, you don’t. Even though the form asks about your other jobs and income, you don’t have to give that information. Read More

If you live in California, you have the right to ask a company to tell you what personal information it has about you, stop it from selling personal information, delete the information or allow you to download it.