Companies are rethinking the single check box on employment applications that inquire about an applicant’s criminal history. Over sixty cities and counties have taken steps toward eliminating job application barriers that have traditionally disposed of candidates with a criminal history. These steps are part of a movement referred to as “Ban-the-Box,” which removes the question of criminal history on job applications, and defers any criminal history inquiry until later in the hiring process. As the law evolves at different rates across the country, employers need to be aware of the applicable laws in jurisdictions where they conduct business activities because laws may vary.

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