Here is an article about hiding the criminal records of ex-convicts so they aren't discriminated against when they try to rent an apartment. This is taking place in San Francisco...
http://pajamasmedia.com/blog/ex-cons-in-san-francisco-may-soon-enjoy-protected-class-status/
From the article:
the city may soon adopt a law that will make it illegal to discriminate against criminals. The proposed law would bar landlords and business owners from inquiring about the criminal past of any prospective tenant or employee. As if to show they haven’t completely lost their minds, the law’s proponents say sex offenders and those convicted of “some violent crimes” would not be covered.
http://pajamasmedia.com/blog/ex-cons-in-san-francisco-may-soon-enjoy-protected-class-status/
From the article:
the city may soon adopt a law that will make it illegal to discriminate against criminals. The proposed law would bar landlords and business owners from inquiring about the criminal past of any prospective tenant or employee. As if to show they haven’t completely lost their minds, the law’s proponents say sex offenders and those convicted of “some violent crimes” would not be covered.
