by JChristensen » Wed Apr 29, 2009 11:54 am
Results may vary depending on the specific type of report and where it came from. So, unfortunately there is no one answer to provide.
In the end, the most important thing is that the employer be consistent on how they use the information and that they abide by the FCRA and individual state laws. Some states such as California, may prevent an employer form using data past 7 years. The employer should become very familiar with their state laws and possibly outline how they might handle information in their background check policy.
