"Criminal history" refers to a record or information about a person's past involvement in activities that are against the law. It includes any arrests, convictions, or criminal charges they might have had throughout their life. Full definition
The vast majority of employers surveyed — 97 percent — included some form of criminal history check in their background screening. (esrcheck.com)
Individuals with criminal histories face numerous obstacles when seeking employment, so it's important they make the one document that can open doors — the resume — as effective as possible. (monster.com)
Most employers who conduct employment background checks rely heavily on criminal history when screening; however, that information alone rarely paints a complete picture of any job candidate. (thebalance.com)