Q&A: Past Convictions Messing With Your Job Hunt? Personal Background Check Tips

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A job seeker wrote to me and presented a rather unique problem that required a little thought, and I thought that more people might have need of the advice I gave him. His original question was: “Over 20 years ago I was arrested on a warrant from ***** County IL but never went to court. [...]

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You, The FBI, and Freedom of Information

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Do you over wonder what the FBI has locked away in some dark corner about you? Under the Freedom of Information Act you may request that they release this information to you. The Freedom of Information Act FOIA was passed in 1966, and basically established the public’s right to acquire information from federal government agencies. [...]

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The Amish in Court

The Amish in court for allegedly taking part in hate crimes.

Peaceful and religious types generally shy away from appearing in court for “hate crimes.” Frowning on modern conveniences and technology, living a simple, religious life and their plain way of dressing are what the Amish are known for. They would also most definitely classify themselves as peaceful. That’s why when I saw the words “Amish” [...]

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EEOC Memorandum on Criminal Background Check Procedure

An interesting article I came across today discussed a new “guidance” of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commision (EEOC) regarding the acquiring of background checks by employers. The “Enforcement Guidance on the Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions under Title VII of the Civil Right Act of 1964” would make things considerably more [...]

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Obtaining Criminal Records in The State of Washington

Discover How to Get Criminal Records in the State of Washington

Searching for a criminal record in the state of Washington is accessible, easy, and convenient. As in all states, Washington maintains certain government related documents available for public inspection. As all public record searches, for the most accurate results, you need to have accurate information about the individual you are looking up. In Washington, criminal [...]

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