Consumer report, Investigative Consumer Report, LexisLexis, NJ, - will it have conviction information on it?

[Guest]

Hi, all. Applying for third (!) job. Cut-and-pasting the "Background Check Consent" thing from the Taleo app process. Still in NJ.. Y'all know I get around.

 

Anyways. Here is that c/p... what I notice is that it just comes right out and says that it will be LexisNexis or Lexis/Nexis, so any/everything on this garbage collector service is game. I can also tell you that my "conviction" is more than 7 years ago, and one of the only places it WOULD be, as records are so fragmented and inaccurate - much like credit reports - IS LexisNexis. And it WAS NJ. Same County as I am applying, too....

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DISCLOSURE AND AUTHORIZATION

IMPORTANT--PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING AUTHORIZATION

DISCLOSURE REGARDING BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Thank you for your interest in working at Family Dollar. For employment purposes, Family Dollar may obtain consumer reports in connection with your employment application or from time to time during employment in accordance with applicable law. Consumer reports include record checks conducted by consumer reporting agencies. The type of information that may be obtained includes, but is not limited to: motor vehicle driving records, criminal records, credit records, public court records, address history records, and property records.

In order to continue with the employment application process, you are required to give your consent for Family Dollar to obtain a consumer report. By clicking on the "I CONSENT" button below, you are giving such consent and authorizing Family Dollar to obtain consumer reports on you in connection with your employment application or from time to time during employment in accordance with applicable law.

New Jersey

A consumer report may be obtained for employment purposes. An investigative consumer report may also be requested regarding credit history, motor vehicle driving record, criminal and civil records, prior employment (including contacting prior employers), education as well as other public record information from LexisNexis. Such report commonly includes information regarding your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. You have a right to receive a copy of the report upon request.

By accepting below, you are signifying that you have read, understand, and agree to the information outlined above in the Background Check consent statement(s).

If you decline below, your job submission might be automatically excluded from consideration for this position.

 

[Guest]

*formal apologies on "LexisLexis." That is my fault. That is what I get for having my application open in one window, CB in another, and enjoying some pure granulated sugar by the teaspoon before I take a shower and enjoy my day off. Apologies.

 

It's "LexisNexis," if any of the admins on today wants to fix my stupid and dumb-flowers typo. Yes, I, The Joseph, made a mistake.

[Guest]

... and, now: The "at-will." Posting up so that some can see how NJ works, as not everyone is from an "at-will" state, and some of us are SO out of touch with how things are.

 

I understand that I have no Employment Contract, express or implied with Family Dollar, and that Family Dollar or I may terminate my employment at any time for any reason with our without cause.

 

Only an agreement in writing signed by the Chairman, President of the Company, or Senior Vice President of Human Resources, and me may change this understanding. If hired, I understand that within three days of starting work I must verify my identity and my employment in accordance with Federal law, and I understand that my failure to provide such verification and to fully complete INS form I-9, or comparable form, provided by Family Dollar will result in my termination.

 

I certify that any information I give during the course of applying for employment is true and complete. If hired, I understand that any false, incorrect or misleading information or omission of any pertinent information may be considered sufficient reason for my discharge. If hired by Family Dollar, I agree to abide by the policies, procedures and practice of Family Dollar without exception.

 

I understand that Family Dollar, to the extent permitted by law, may require a drug screening test as part of its selection and hiring process. I also understand that such drug screening will consist of the taking of urine or other medically recognized test designed to detect traceable amounts of a controlled substance in my body. All tests will be in compliance with applicable state or federal regulations. Additionally, I understand that if I am required to provide a sample at a certified laboratory, I have two business days to arrive at the specified location to complete the Drug Test. I also understand that if I refuse to take a drug screen or I have a confirmed positive test result, I will be disqualified from further consideration for a period of 6 (six) months. I hereby give my consent to Family Dollar to administer a drug test, and to use the results in further determining my eligibility for employment with Family Dollar. I also authorize Family Dollar to perform breath alcohol testing pursuant to the requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation. I further authorize the release of any such test results to Family Dollar and its designated representatives as necessary to implement and understand that within these necessary parameters all drug and alcohol screening information will be maintained in a confidential manner. If employed, I understand that Family Dollar may require further drug or alcohol screening tests with satisfactory results permitted by law.

 

NOTE - It is unlawful to require in certain states or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Any employer in those states who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

[cashnocredit]

Pretty standard Joseph. You can get your annual free LN reports. You should get these and see what's on them.

[Guest]

Pretty standard Joseph. You can get your annual free LN reports. You should get these and see what's on them.

I just realized that I gave L/N my new address, with that application... :-(

[mizliz1011]

I can't seem to find the link to get a free report- too many LN's under the google name. could someone put it here or pm it, please?

[MarvBear]

If an employer denies your job application based on a consumer investigative report, then they must provide you with a copy of the report they used that precipitated the decline.

[pwd847]

I never had any misdemeanors show up on LN. I highly doubt city ordinances would show up as well. Felonies I can't speak too as I have never been convicted.

 

https://personalreports.lexisnexis.com/access_your_personal_information.jsp

Edited September 3, 2014 by pwd847

[mizliz1011]

THANKS SO MUCH...JUST PRINTED OUT AND WILL SEND IN...

[Guest]

If an employer denies your job application based on a consumer investigative report, then they must provide you with a copy of the report they used that precipitated the decline.

Yes. I checked that box, on the online app. I also realized that I provided L/N my new address, with that app.

 

I also am applying for another company, "just in case" (though I hope the first one comes through.) This one states, on their online app:

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Please confirm if any of the following circumstances apply to you:

1. Do you reside in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?
2. Are you applying for a position in at least one of the following cities?
   • Baltimore, Maryland
   • Buffalo, New York
   • Newark, New Jersey
   • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
   • Rochester, New York
   • San Francisco, California
   • Seattle, Washington

• Yes
• No

*Have you been convicted of a felony in the past 7 years? Do not answer "Yes" if your conviction record has been annulled, expunged, vacated, sealed, pardoned, erased, impounded, restricted or judicially dismissed. *Note - The existence of a criminal history will not automatically disqualify you from the job you are applying for.

• Yes
• No

*Have you been convicted of any other crimes in the past 7 years? Do not answer "Yes" if your conviction record has been annulled, expunged, vacated, sealed, pardoned, erased, impounded, restricted or judicially dismissed. *Note - The existence of a criminal history will not automatically disqualify you from the job you are applying for.

• Yes
• No