EEOC rescinded criminal background check guidance, but Title VII and Louisiana law still apply
Key points
- The EEOC recently rescinded its 2012 enforcement guidance on considering arrest and conviction records
- The withdrawal did not change Title VII
- Louisiana state law independently requires many practices the guidance recommended
According to Liskow & Lewis, the EEOC recently rescinded its 2012 enforcement guidance on considering arrest and conviction records in hiring decisions. The withdrawal did not change Title VII, and Louisiana state law independently requires many of the practices the guidance recommended. For reference only; not legal advice.
What employers should do
- Ensure hiring decisions involving criminal records still comply with Title VII
- Check Louisiana state law requirements for background checks
Policy details
- Jurisdiction
- Federal (Louisiana state law also applies)
- Status
- Repealed
- Effective date
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- Official source
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Original report: Liskow & Lewis, APLC ↗AI-assisted brief; may contain inaccuracies. Rely on the original reports and official documents. For information only; not legal, immigration or insurance advice.