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Board adds FBI fingerprint‑based checks for applicants who will work directly with children
Summary
Commissioners voted to amend the county personnel policy to require fingerprint‑based state and national criminal record checks conducted via the FBI for applicants who will work directly with children, reflecting a recent statutory change cited at the meeting.
The Halifax County Board of Commissioners voted on Oct. 6 to amend the county personnel policy to require fingerprint‑based state and national criminal history record checks, administered through the FBI, for applicants whose positions involve direct work with children.
Human Resources Director Kristen Shotwell explained the change reflects a modification in state law effective Oct. 1, 2025 (as read…
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