South Carolina H3224 prohibits discrimination against applicants based on prior criminal convictions on employment applications.

South Carolina H3224 amends the state code to prohibit public and private employers from inquiring into or considering an applicant's criminal history until after an interview or conditional offer of employment. Employers may not disqualify applicants solely based on prior convictions unless the crime directly relates to the position or occupation. The Human Affairs Commission investigates violations by private employers, with penalties including fines.

South Carolina H3224 prohibits discrimination against applicants based on prior criminal convictions on employment applications.

South Carolina H3224 amends the state code to prohibit public and private employers from inquiring into or considering an applicant's criminal history until after an interview or conditional offer of employment. Employers may not disqualify applicants solely based on prior convictions unless the crime directly relates to the position or occupation. The Human Affairs Commission investigates violations by private employers, with penalties including fines.