AL SB358

Prohibits employers from including questions on job applications asking whether applicants have been arrested, charged with, or convicted of any crime, except for law enforcement positions.

Allows employers to inquire about criminal convictions if federal or state law creates a mandatory or presumptive disqualification from employment based on specified criminal offenses.

Permits employers to ask about criminal convictions if a standard fidelity bond or equivalent bond is required for the position and certain convictions would disqualify the applicant from obtaining the bond.

Allows employers to ask applicants about their criminal record during a first interview or thereafter, in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws.

Takes effect on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.