Do Background Checks Interfere With Privacy Laws?

The FCRA (which governs all background agencies) mandates that a job applicant must be notified, in writing, that a background check is being done and what it may include. They must be given a "summary of their rights under the FCRA". They also sign a release form with identifying information. These notifications and release forms may be obtained from the background agency.
Criminal files are public records, no release is required. A signed release is required for Previous Employment Inquiries, Credit History, Education Verification and Driving History.
Bottom line, there is nothing sneaky about doing a background check. The applicant knows about it, and agrees to it, in advance.
Any information provided that is used to make an employment decision must be job related. The law also requires that you notify the applicant of the decision using "Adverse Action" letters.
When you sign up with a background agency, make sure they know all applicable laws and have all forms required by law.
Remember, it only takes one bad hire to devestate your business.
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What is a Background Check?

The question is like asking what is a Car? There are so many makes and models, it can be difficult to understand. The first distinction to make is whether or not the Background Check will be used to make an employment decision, as opposed to checking out your current boyfriend. For checking out our mates, there are online databanks that can be used. Their information is not anywhere near complete, but it is about the best you can do.
For Employment Screening, a true physical search is required. There are forms to be used and State and Federal laws to conform with. Employer's Reference Source, NW is your answer to this and any other questions you may have at http://www.findtheliar.com/