When a background check reveals information that could affect a job offer, employers follow a specific process called "Adverse Action" to ensure fairness and protection of your rights as a job seeker.
Before any decisions are made, the employer will carefully assess the findings. This includes reviewing factors like how long ago an offense occurred, its relevance to the role you’re applying for, and any positive changes in your life since then. In some cases, the law requires a written explanation of this assessment.
For more on this topic, please refer to our background check partner Turn’s resource: Navigating Adverse Action & What You Need to Know During Your Background Check.
