Government
Dec. 6, 2012
Box ban laws apply to more employers
These municipal laws, which have a larger goal of limiting criminal background checks for job applicants, are becoming broader. Richmond is poised to consider a law that applies to companies that contract with the city.
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Jeff Rutland takes one question on job applications personally. It's a simple yes-or-no, but Rutland feels it's the only thing employers will see when considering him for a position. Has he been convicted of a felony? Rutland must check the box that says "yes."
"The box is a barrier," Rutland said. "You don't even look at my application. Because, why mess with this guy when ...For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
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