State Laws
Compliance with the myriad of state laws is a complex subject that constantly affects your company and your hiring procedures. SSC provides a website with each state's information.
What Employers Need to Know
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Disclosure & Authorization Templates
DISCLAIMER: These sample documents should not be construed as legal advice, guidance or counsel. Employers should consult their own attorney about their compliance responsibilities under the FCRA and applicable state law. SSC expressly disclaims any warranties or responsibility or damages associated with or arising out of information provided.
Standard Sample Disclosure & Authorization
(SPANISH) Standard Sample Disclosure & Authorization
State Specific Templates & Notices
DISCLAIMER: The following states have special notices contained within this document (which may have signature sections): NY, CA, VT, MN, OK, RI, WA.
State Specific Sample Disclosure & Authorization
Other Forms
New York Clean Slate Act Notice & FAQ
Fair Chance Notice 23-A Evaluation Form (New York Only)
Candidate Profile Information Sheet Optional
Form SSA-89 (04-2023) for CBSV
Swifthire mobile default Templates
Federal FCRA Summary of Rights Documents
Search Descriptions
Learn more about each search type we offer and what to expect when ordered.
SWiftHire Mobile Assistance
International Requirements & releases
International Criminal Search Instructions
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Release for International Criminal Searches, Employment or Education Verifications
How to: Training Videos/Guides
Informational Product Videos
Adverse Action Documents
Letters to be accompanied by "Summary of Rights" document(s), and if applicable, state-specific documentation listed above
Legal/Informational References
This section of SSC's website is not all-inclusive. The absence of material here does not indicate relief of obligations.
What Employees Need to Know
What Landlords Need to Know
What Background Check Companies Need to Know
40 Years with the Federal Credit Reporting Act
What a Tenant Background Company Needs to Know
Best Practices Guide
NELP document with resources and procedures regarding background checks
Market Snapshot Report
Market Snapshot: Background Screening Report released by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau