Michigan has implemented a new “Clean Slate” law which will have a significant impact on those who conduct background checks in the state. This law aims to automatically seal certain non-violent conviction records if a person has remained conviction-free for a period of time. Read More
California Court of Appeal ruled in All of Us or None of Us v. Hamrick that an individual’s date of birth and possibly driver’s license number could not be used as data identifying a criminal record in the public record system. Read More
As a CRA, we understand the importance of turning around criminal reports in a timely manner. However it’s also important for the employer to understand what can cause delays. Working together to achieve the best turn-around time (TAT) possible and getting applicants hired is of the utmost importance. Read More
The criminal report portion of background checks have been affected by county court closures. Many of the courts reduced staff, closed operation to the public or closed completely sending their entire staff home affecting our researcher’s availability to access court records in a timely manner. Many states have improved to Read More
The term Adverse Action is explained in Section 603 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act as all business, credit and employment actions affecting consumers that can be considered to have a negative impact. What is an Adverse Action letter? With respect to background checks, an Adverse Action letter is a Read More
As most of you know, under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, an employer who wishes to obtain a consumer report or “background check” for a job applicant or current employee must provide a “clear and conspicuous disclosure” to the individual in order to receive written authorization from them before obtaining Read More
Professional Background Screening firms like Reference Services, Inc (RSI) operate in a controlled, regulated and transparent process in order to adhere to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The FCRA requires RSI to following strict reporting standards and state laws. Our primary responsibility is to protect the consumer by assuring Read More
Professional Background Screening firms like Reference Services, Inc (RSI) operate in a controlled, regulated and transparent process in order to adhere to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The FCRA requires RSI to following strict reporting standards and state laws. Our primary responsibility is to protect the consumer by assuring Read More