23-5-12. Examination of own criminal history information--Written request--Authorization of release to others--Waiver of liability.

Any person may examine criminal history information filed with the attorney general that refers to that person. The person requesting such information shall supply the attorney general with a written request together with fingerprint identification. The person may also authorize the attorney general to release his criminal history information to other individuals or organizations. The attorney general may require the person to sign a waiver releasing the state, its employees or agents from any liability before releasing criminal history information.

Source: SL 1986, ch 189, § 3.

23-5-12.1. Criminal record check by schools, child welfare agencies or certified social worker on prospective employee or parent.

The superintendent of any public school or nonpublic school or the owner or operator of any child welfare agency as defined in § 26-6-1 or a certified social worker eligible to engage in private independent practice as defined in § 36-26-17 may submit the name of any person being considered for employment by the school or agency or as an adoptive or foster parent, either directly or by contract, to the Division of Criminal Investigation for a criminal record check. If the division determines the person has a record of criminal convictions, the division shall notify the superintendent, owner, operator, or social worker of the criminal offenses.

Source: SL 1995, ch 126, § 1; SL 2002, ch 116, § 1.