Can I get someone checked out before I employ them?

Criminal records may be released to you as a third party, but only with the written permission of the person you wish to employ. That person will need to complete a form from the Ministry of Justice . Police carry out vetting only for approved organisations that provide care to children, older people and vulnerable members of society in New Zealand or overseas. Organisations wanting to be approved as users of the police vetting service can find out about the process here.