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spatrioter
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posted 08 April 2004 01:49 PM
I was recently contacted by a potential employer who said he is willing to give me a job offer, but that the RCMP criminal check came back saying that they need my fingerprints. I have heard that they do this often when names are similar to those of people they have on file. I figure this has to be the explanation, since I have never had a brush with the authorities.The worrisome thing is, this is a contract position for the summer. But the fingerprinting process can take over 100 days, I was told - so I booked a day off work next week to go get it done in Toronto. I won't be given a job offer until this process is completed. Has anyone else gone through a situation like this? How long can I expect to wait for the process to be completed? How long will the typical employer wait before they move on to the next candidate? [ 08 April 2004: Message edited by: spatrioter ]
From: Trinity-Spadina | Registered: Mar 2002
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HalfAnHourLater
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posted 11 April 2004 03:22 PM
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Originally posted by Tommy_Paine:
I wouldn't have a problem giving my finger prints.'Cause if I ever decide to lead a life of crime, I'll wear gloves.
I don't think the problem is when you've leda life of crime, cause you'd have to be an idiot to volunteer your fingerprints for a job check when you're a wanted criminal... The issue, as I see it, arises in more complicated circumstances, misstaken identity, framing,etc. I don't see any reason why any institution or employer should have the right to ask for my or anyone else's fingerprints. It's none of their business and an invasion of privacy. And besides, you'd be eligible for America's dumbest criminals, if you volunteer your fingerprints when you've got a known record... so the system is basically criminalising your average citizen. No to background checks, and no to fingerprinting, or biometrics of any sort. [ 11 April 2004: Message edited by: HalfAnHourLater ]
From: So-so-so-solidarité! | Registered: Nov 2003
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spatrioter
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posted 11 April 2004 08:45 PM
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Originally posted by BLAKE 3:16:
Could I ask what the job in a general sense? Don't tell us the exact position or employer, there's no sense jeopardizing your potential employment.
Well, hopefully this isn't too specific. It's working in an employment centre. quote:
Depending on your employer and other variables, you might not need to worry too much. Some employers just want you to agree to check, without actually paying attention to the results.
Hopefully that will be the case.  quote:
Originally posted by Nam:
Are you worried about your very permanent identification now being in the hands of organizations and people who may not respect your rights?
Personally, I am very uncomfortable with the idea of anyone taking my fingerprints when I have not been charged with anything -- even if they promise to destroy them afterwards. However, when it comes down to it, I'm willing to sacrifice my principles for a good job. I know. I'm a fairweather lefty.
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