Background Check Policy (Multi-State)
A multi-state employee background check policy. This policy can be incorporated into an employee handbook or used as a stand-alone policy document. This Standard Document applies only to private workplaces. It is jurisdiction-neutral but can be customized for state law compliance by incorporating state-specific clauses (see Drafting Note, Links to State Specific Clauses) and will be useful and relevant to employers in every state. For more information on the scope of state law coverage, see State Law Coverage in Labor & Employment Resources. This Standard Document has integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.
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