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New York Background Checks
What Employers Must Know

Both

Your standard hiring process might already be illegal in some states.

The rule.

Restriction Type
Both
Employer Coverage
All employers
When Can Ask About Criminal History
After conditional offer + Article 23-A assessment
Credit Check Restricted
Limited to specific roles
Key Notes
CRC Article 23-A: 8-factor individualized assessment required. NYC Local Law 37: additional credit check restrictions. One of the most complex states.

CRC Article 23-A: 8-factor individualized assessment required. NYC Local Law 37: additional credit check restrictions. One of the most complex states.

Last verified: June 2026.

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