Hiring managers take note: State laws banning criminal background checks until after a candidate has been offered an interview are gaining momentum.
Earlier this month, Illinois House Bill 5701, otherwise known as the Job Opportunities for Qualified Applicants Act or the ban the box law, was signed into law by Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn. The law prevents criminal background checks in the private sector until after employers and hiring managers pursue the interview process with potential applicants. Only then will employers those with 15 or more employees be able to inquire about past criminal offenses.
