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Indiana Background Check Laws: What Employers Need to Know
Indiana's added rules focus mainly on what consumer reporting agencies can report, rather than restrictions on employers directly, relevant across the state's manufacturing, logistics, and life sciences industries, whether you're hiring in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, or Evansville.
Reporting Restrictions on Expunged and Restricted Records
Indiana criminal history that's been expunged, restricted by a court, or reclassified from a Class D felony to a Class A misdemeanor generally can't be included in a consumer report used for employment, housing, or similar purposes. This applies specifically to Indiana criminal records; there's no equivalent restriction on records from other states.
Record Currency Requirement
Indiana criminal history data used in a report generally can't be more than 60 days out of date at the time it's reported.
Pass-Through Fees for Indiana Records
| Record Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Criminal county search | No pass-through fee listed for county-level searches in this state |
| Criminal statewide (Indiana State Police Records Division) | $7.00 by mail for a Limited Criminal History search, or $16.32 if requested online due to a processing fee (certain qualified volunteers may qualify for free or reduced fees) |
| Motor vehicle record | $10.00 |
Fees are sourced from 3rd Degree Screening's published fee schedule and are subject to change without notice by the issuing agency.
Common Questions from Indiana Employers
Does Indiana have a Ban-the-Box law?
No statewide law for private employers. Indiana's main added requirements govern what a screening company can report rather than when an employer can ask about criminal history.
Can expunged records show up on an Indiana background check?
No. Expunged, court-restricted, or reclassified Indiana criminal records generally can't be included in a consumer report used for employment purposes.
How current does an Indiana criminal record need to be?
Indiana requires criminal history data to be no more than 60 days out of date at the time it's reported.
This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws and requirements may change and may vary based on specific facts and circumstances. Users should consult their own qualified legal counsel regarding their specific compliance obligations.
