NMU's Compliance Database - Northern Michigan University
Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
| Reviewed By | Internal Auditor Owner |
| URL: | https://www.ftc.gov/legal-library/browse/statutes/fair-credit-reporting-act |
| Regulation Reference Cite | 15 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1681x: 16 C.F.R. § 600 | 15 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1681v |
| Report Due Date (Actual) | N/A |
| Level | Requirement |
| Oversight Unit | HUMAN RESOURCES |
| Person Responsible | Rhea Dever |
| Secondary Person Responsible | Julane Cappo |
| President / VP Level | Finance |
| Description |
Employers, before obtaining a consumer report (including criminal background checks) must disclose in writing to the applicant or employee that it may obtain a consumer report for employment purposes, and secondly, secure the written consent of the applicant or employee. Note that when using a third party consumer reporting agency to request motor vehicle record checks for employment purposes, the FCRA should be followed, and notice given to the applicant or employee. |
| Contacts and Data Sources |
| TBD |
| Internal Notes |
| This compliance item has notes that are available internally to the oversight unit. Please contact the Risk Management Department for more information |