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 with questions. 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.

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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