Glossary

Any condition where the nervous system, brain or muscles are impaired to an appreciable degree by an intoxicating substance.

Unlawful detainment The act of holding possession without right, as in the case of a tenant whose lease has expired (landlord/tenant disputes over rent not being paid).

A code of laws governing various commercial transactions, including the sale of goods, banking transactions, secured transactions in personal property, and other matters, that was designed to bring uniformity in these areas to the laws of the various states, and that has been adapted, with some modification, in all states (except Louisiana) as well as the District of Columbia and in the Virgin Islands. UCC's expire after 5 yrs from time of filing, unless a continuation is filed.

Entry without force and without permission by means of fraud or other wrongful act.

A document provided by the background screening company which must be signed by the employer before the screening company will provide background reports to the employer. This is a requirement under the FCRA.

An employer who, as part of an employment decision, considers the information in a background report.

Charging more interest than is permitted by law for a loan of money.

To forge another’s name.