California Fair Chance Act

1. 1Government Code 12952 and who it coversCalifornia's Fair Chance Act is part of FEHA. CRD says it applies to employers with five or more employees.8 min(open)
2. 2Nothing about convictions before the offerNo application checkbox, no interview question, and no consideration of conviction history until a conditional offer.7 min
3. 3The individualized assessmentSection 12952 requires a reasoned look at the offense, the time, and the job before a preliminary decision to rescind.8 min
4. 4Written notice and five business daysA preliminary decision requires written notice, the disqualifying convictions, a copy of the report, and at least five business days to respond.8 min
5. 5What CRD lists as off limits even after the offerArrests without convictions, sealed or dismissed matters, and other listed items are not for the assessment.7 min
6. 6How the order form treats CaliforniaConfirm the offer, complete the California worksheet if you consider adverse action, and wait the California clock.6 min
7. 7Read 12952 and the CRD pagesThe statute and the Civil Rights Department materials are the sources. This course stays pending until counsel approves it.5 min
8. Final exam10 questions. 80% passes. Opens after the last module.
9. Certificate of completionYour name, the course, and the date, with a public page anyone can check.

Sources

The primary sources this course is written from.

• California Legislature: Government Code section 12952
• California Civil Rights Department: Fair Chance Act FAQ
• California Civil Rights Department: Criminal history and employment fact sheet
• U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: Enforcement guidance on arrest and conviction records

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