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The Value of a Reliable Public Record Information in Indiana
With over 20 years of experience, Eagle Eye Screening Solutions provides wholesale public records retrieval services in the state of Indiana.
In Indiana, criminal charges and conviction records are stored at both the county and state level. County courthouses play a key role, but a comprehensive background check may also require accessing statewide databases maintained by the Indiana State Police.
While the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) doesn't directly address negligent hiring, accurate and exhaustive background checks can help employers make informed hiring decisions and mitigate potential risks.
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What May Be Reported on a State Criminal History Search?
The information reported on a state criminal history search in Indiana depends on several factors, including:
Type of Report:
- Limited Criminal History (LCH): This report only includes felony and Class A misdemeanor arrests and convictions in Indiana. It is available to the public and employers.
- Full Criminal History: This report includes all arrests and convictions, regardless of severity, as well as other related information like charges, dispositions, sentences, and court appearances. It is generally only available to law enforcement, government agencies, and certain authorized entities.
Recent Legislation:
- In 2022, Indiana passed legislation restricting the information that can be reported on background checks conducted by employers. This means employers can no longer receive reports including:
- Arrests or charges that did not result in a conviction
- Expunged records
- Record indicating a conviction of a Class D felony converted to a Class A misdemeanor
- Information known to be inaccurate
Additional Considerations:
- Age: For child-related positions, checks may include local records from jurisdictions where the person resided in the past five years.
- Purpose of the Check: Depending on the specific reason for the check, additional information may be included or excluded.
Here's a breakdown of what may be reported:
For both LCH and Full Criminal History:
- Convictions of felonies and Class A misdemeanors in Indiana
- Full name, including aliases
- Date of birth
- Case numbers
- Arrest dates
- Charges
- Disposition dates
- Sentences
For Full Criminal History only (depending on purpose):
- Arrests for all offenses, regardless of outcome
- Misdemeanor convictions
- Traffic violations
- Juvénile adjudications
- Mugshots
- Fingerprint records
- Other personal information
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Background Data Restrictions and Regulations in Indiana
Indiana's background screening data restrictions and regulations involve an interplay of federal and state laws, with some important nuances to consider. Here's a breakdown:
Federal Level:
- Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA): This is the primary federal law governing background checks and protects consumer information used for employment purposes. Under the FCRA, certain types of adverse information can't be reported or used in hiring decisions beyond specific timeframes. This includes:
- Arrests that didn't result in convictions after seven years.
- Civil judgments, liens, and similar items past seven years (except for high-paying positions over $75,000).
- Other Federal Laws: Depending on the industry or specific job roles, additional federal laws like the Fair Housing Act or Americans with Disabilities Act might impose restrictions on specific data usage in background checks.
State Level - Indiana:
- No "Ban the Box" Law: Unlike some states, Indiana doesn't have a law prohibiting employers from asking about an applicant's criminal history on job applications.
- Restrictions on Sealed Records: Employers cannot consider information from expunged or sealed criminal records. Applicants can legally deny having such a history.
- Limited State-Specific Restrictions: Indiana lacks broad restrictions on non-criminal background checks like credit history, unlike some other states.
- Specific Industry Regulations: Certain professions might have specific regulations for background checks mandated by state licensing boards or agencies.
Important to Remember:
- Local Ordinances: Some Indiana cities or municipalities might have stricter background check regulations, so it's crucial to check local laws.
- Employer Discretion: Even if legal to consider, employers should use background check information fairly and consistently, considering its relevance to the job role and potential for discrimination.
- Individual Rights: Applicants have rights under the FCRA to dispute inaccurate information.
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The criminal history search is one of the fundamental aspects of any background screening.
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In America today there are millions of civil cases filed each year, and each of these cases can give unique insights into all of the parties involved.
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Eagle Eye will go as far as to offer screening solutions centered around a business search.
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In the background screening industry today there are several specific organizations in place that set rules and guidelines which when adhered to give the guarantee of quality results.
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