Ga. Code Ann. §§ 35334; 42862 to 42863

Rules for employers: In order to obtain a criminal record from the state Crime Information Center, employer must supply the individual’s fingerprints or signed consent. If an adverse employment decision is made on the basis of the record, must disclose all information in the record to the employee or applicant and tell how it affected the decision.

Rights of employees and applicants: Probation for a first offense is not a conviction; may not be disqualified for employment once probation is completed.