Criminal record and background check issues while applying for jobs
LIST Code: WO-01-04-00-00
LIST Code
WO-01-04-00-00
Title
Criminal record and background check issues while applying for jobs
Definition
This category covers issues a person may face when an employer runs a background check or asks about criminal history during the hiring process. This includes what an employer is allowed to ask about arrests and convictions, what shows up on a background check, how to dispute inaccurate information on a background report, and what protections exist under "ban the box" or fair chance hiring laws. It also covers a person's rights if they are denied a job because of their criminal record, including whether the employer followed required procedures like providing a copy of the report and a chance to respond. The category connects to expungement and record sealing for people who want to clean their record before applying.