The New Jersey Certification and Authorization Form For Criminal History Background Check is a form used by employers and other authorized organizations in the state of New Jersey to obtain criminal background information on potential employees or other individuals. This form is used for the purpose of ensuring that an individual does not have any criminal convictions or pending criminal charges that may affect their suitability for a particular job or activity. The form requires basic personal information, such as name, address, and date of birth, as well as the authorization for the background check to be conducted. There are two types of New Jersey Certification and Authorization Form For Criminal History Background Check: one for the public and one for government employees. The form for the public requires the individual to acknowledge that they are consenting to the background check and that they understand the results may be used to make a decision about their employment. The form for government employees requires the individual to provide additional information about their job duties, as well as the authorization to conduct the background check.