OTES Help Center – Ban the Box Laws by State

Disclaimer: This is not legal advice, either expressed or implied, and is provided for educational purposes only. We recommend that you seek the advice of your corporate legal counsel for all aspects of employment law.

Which states “Ban the Box”?

The following provides an overview of states that have adopted statewide ban-the-box laws or policies for public-sector employers (within government agencies) and/or private employers and the law’s details.

The laws vary significantly from state to state, so it’s critical to understand whether the law may affect your organization and how.