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Katherine Sandberg's article, "AB 1008: Restriction on
Criminal History Inquiries," was featured in the Daily
Journal. The article discusses Assembly Bill 1008 that
prohibits employers with five or more employees from inquiring into
an applicant's criminal history until they make a conditional
offer of employment.
Katherine discusses individualized assessment, further
implications for employers and next steps.
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