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California Background Check: An Employer's Guide [2026]
Background checks are an essential part of the hiring process. However, the rules surrounding them can be hard to understand. This is especially true for pre-employment background checks in California, which require special considerations. Did you know that an estimated eight million Californians have a criminal record?
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Fingerprint Background Checks State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General
The California Department of Justice (DOJ) is mandated to maintain the statewide criminal record repository for the State of California. In this capacity, sheriff, police and probation departments, district attorney offices, and courts submit arrest and corresponding disposition information. The DOJ uses this information to compile records of arrest and prosecution, known as “RAP sheets,” for individuals and disseminates the information for la...
https://oag.ca.gov/fingerprints
Are You Ready? Five New California Employment Laws For 2026
Every January, new California employment laws take effect and 2026 is no different, bringing changes to employment contracts, pay data reporting, paid family leave, and other employment-related topics. The following list highlights five new California employment laws for employers to be aware of in the year ahead.
https://www.hunton.com/hunton-employment-labor-perspectives/are-you-ready-five-new-california-employment-laws-for-2026
8 Best Background Check Sites of January 2026 Money
Whether you’re a landlord vetting a potential tenant or a business owner hiring new staff, today’s background check services promise instant access to public records, credit information, social media profiles and much more. While many background check services are designed for casual people searches — reconnecting with an old friend or vetting a potential suitor — only some comply with strict Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) rules, making them...
https://money.com/best-background-check-sites/
New Background Check Laws Employers Need to Know [2026] - iprospectcheck
As an HR professional, you know that employment background check laws are constantly in flux. You must keep current with the changes in the regulations and laws to ensure your company remains compliant. Even unintentional violations of the background check laws could expose your business to legal liability, penalties, and reputational harm.
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Best Background Check Companies and Services for 2026
Explore the top background check services for employers and individuals in 2026—compare features, pricing, and performance.
https://checkr.com/resources/articles/best-background-checksH.R.18 - 119th Congress (2025-2026)
Summary of H.R.18 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2025.
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/186 Ways to include Background Checks in your 2026 Budget Aequivalent
Setting a budget for background checks can be challenging. Questions such as “How much screening do we need?”, “What are the minimum checks that need to be done?” or “How do we show the return on investment?” are common during budget discussions, especially when resources are limited.
https://www.aequivalent.ch/6-ways-to-include-background-checks-in-your-2026-budget/
Best Background Check Companies for Employers in 2026 GoodHire
Learn how to run a background check for employment to make informed, fair, and compliant hiring decisions Background checks can be used by employers, landlords, and individuals to learn more about criminal records, driving history, credit, and more. Employers may conduct background checks as part of their hiring process to make informed decisions and reduce risk.
https://www.goodhire.com/resources/articles/best-background-check-services/
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner – Report A-2026-002 Released - News Releases
The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner has released Report A-2026-002 under authority of the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015. A summary of the Report is included below. To view the Report in its entirety, please go to www.oipc.nl.ca/reports/reports/ -30- Media contact Sean Murray Director of Research & Quality Assurance 709-729-6309 2026 01 26 10:25 am...
https://www.gov.nl.ca/releases/2026/oipc/0126n03/
IPC Strategic Plan Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario (IPC) is committed to focusing on the most pressing access and privacy issues facing Ontarians, now and into the future. Our 2026-2030 Strategic Plan guides our office’s work, building on the foundation established in the IPC’s 2021–2025 Strategic Plan.
https://www.ipc.on.ca/en/about-us/strategic-plan
Police Record Checks - Ottawa Police Service
Police Record Checks Residents of Ottawa can request three (3) types of Police Record Checks. Before you apply, ask your organization which Police Records Check you need to apply for... Ottawa residents only You are required to show proof of your current Ottawa address.
https://www.ottawapolice.ca/en/reports-and-requests/police-record-checks.aspx
Police Information Checks
Police Information Checks Online Application Processing Police Information Checks are processed in date order. We are currently experiencing high volumes. We will not respond to status inquiries unless a full month has passed from the date your application was submitted. Once you have applied, please be sure to follow any further instructions you receive.
https://www.calgary.ca/cps/public-services/police-information-checks.html
Federal Register :: Freedom of Information Act Regulations Update
This site displays a prototype of a “Web 2.0” version of the daily Federal Register. It is not an official legal edition of the Federal Register, and does not replace the official print version or the official electronic version on GPO’s govinfo.gov.
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/01/27/2026-01511/freedom-of-information-act-regulations-update
Government of Canada Publications - Canada.ca
Government of Canada Publications Search our catalogue of over 622,300 publications. Access more than 501,500 digital publications. To browse other recently added publications, consult the Weekly Acquisitions Lists. You can also browse recently featured publications. Topics Select from a range of options to browse publications in our collection Prepare and submit a publication to our collection, requirements for maintaining and submitting your...
https://publications.gc.ca/site/eng/home.html