AB 1831 Summary

• Prohibits local agencies from inquiring about or considering an applicant's criminal history on initial employment applications.

• Allows local agencies to inquire into criminal history only after screening qualifications and determining the applicant meets minimum employment requirements for the position.

• Exempts positions that require criminal background checks by law, positions within criminal justice agencies, and individuals working for criminal justice agencies on a temporary, permanent, or contract basis.

• Establishes that reducing employment barriers for people with criminal histories and decreasing unemployment in affected communities are matters of statewide concern, applying the law to all cities and counties including charter cities and counties.