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Background Checks: Criminal History Record Information (CHRI)

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Laws and Regulations

Laws and Regulations

Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2013, "An Act Relative to Background Checks"
Chapter 71, Section 38R, Criminal Record Background Checks
Regulations Relating to Criminal History Checks for School Employees, 603 CMR 51.00

Last Updated: April 11, 2014

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