Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA): Federal law that regulates the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer information, including criminal records when used for employment purposes

Privacy Act of 1974: Federal law that establishes a code of fair information practices governing the collection, maintenance, use, and dissemination of personal information maintained by federal agencies

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA): Federal law that provides the public with the right to request access to records from federal agencies, while protecting personal privacy interests

Identity Theft and Assumption Deterrence Act: Federal law that makes identity theft a federal crime and provides protection for individuals whose personal information is being accessed

FBI CJIS Security Policy: Federal guidelines that provide criminal justice and law enforcement agencies with security requirements for accessing FBI CJIS systems and information

State-Specific Criminal Record Laws: Individual state laws and regulations governing access to and use of criminal records, varying by jurisdiction

Ban the Box Laws: State and local laws that prohibit employers from asking about criminal history on initial job applications

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: Federal law prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin, including in the use of criminal records

EEOC Guidelines: Federal guidelines on the use of criminal records in employment decisions to prevent discrimination

Data Security Requirements: Federal and state regulations regarding the secure handling, storage, and disposal of personal and criminal record information

Consent Requirements: Legal requirements for obtaining written consent and providing clear disclosures before accessing criminal records

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law that provides requirements for handling confidential medical information and protecting against disability discrimination