FAQs on background studies

If you are unable to find answers to your questions in any of the FAQs below, please call 651-431-6620 or email dhs.netstudy2@state.mn.us. You may also want to refer to the What's New in Background Studies page to review legislative changes and recent communications sent out by the Background Studies Division.

Topics

NETStudy 2.0: FAQs about the online process for organizational entities to initiate background studies
Fingerprint and photo vendor: Learn about IDEMIA, DHS' contracted statewide fingerprint and photo services vendor
Child care: FAQs about the enhanced background study process for child care providers
Transition to full compliance: Find information about the transition from emergency studies
Minnesota Statutes governing background studies
Consent and Disclosure: FAQs about the consent and disclosure timeline