4 M.S.C. Title 3, Subtitle 2, Chapter XII · OOC Authority
Background Check Appeals
Individuals denied employment under qualifying provisions may submit a formal appeal for independent review by the Office of Oversight and Compliance.
Who May Appeal
Any individual who has been formally denied employment by a qualifying department or agency on the basis of a background check may submit an appeal to the Office of Oversight & Compliance. Appeals are reviewed independently of the denying agency.
Accepted Grounds for Appeal
Factual Inaccuracy
The information used in the background check was incorrect, outdated, or did not apply to you.
Procedural Error
The background check process was not conducted in accordance with established standards or policies.
Mitigating Circumstances
There are relevant facts or context that were not considered during the original review.
Changed Circumstances
Circumstances that formed the basis of the denial have materially changed since the original decision.
Step 01
Submit Appeal
Complete the form below with your identity verification, denial details, and supporting statement.
Step 02
OOC Review
The Office of Oversight & Compliance independently reviews your appeal against the denying agency's records.
Step 03
Decision Issued
A decision is issued. If approved, the OOC may direct the agency to reconsider or overturn the denial.
Submit an Appeal
Complete the form below to file a background check appeal. Your submission will be reviewed by the Office of Oversight & Compliance.
Verification Required
You must verify your identity with Discord before submitting a background check appeal.