Cjstc Form 58 – Fill Out and Use This PDF

Cjstc Form 58 PDF Details

The CJSTC 58 form is the official Authority for Release of Information and Background Investigation Waiver required in Florida's criminal justice hiring process. Florida law enforcement agencies must have this signed authorization before they can access an applicant's personal, professional, and criminal history records. The Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) developed this form to meet the standards outlined in Florida statute for law enforcement personnel screening.

By completing the CJSTC 58 waiver, applicants give agencies the legal authority to contact any employer, institution, or individual that holds relevant records. The form grants immunity to those who share accurate information in good faith, as protected by specific Florida statutes.

Records Covered by This Background Investigation Waiver

The CJSTC Form 58 authorizes agencies to access and review the following types of records:

• Employment history, performance evaluations, and professional references
• Criminal history and arrest records
• Credit history and financial background
• Medical and psychological records relevant to the position
• Academic records and educational credentials
• Personal conduct, disciplinary records, and attendance history

Who Must Complete CJSTC Form 58

Florida law requires the following individuals to complete this background investigation waiver before hiring:

• Police officer candidates applying to city, county, or state law enforcement agencies
• Correctional officer applicants at state or county facilities
• Criminal justice trainees beginning basic recruit training programs
• Applicants for other positions requiring a CJSTC-mandated background check

Legal Protections and Applicant Obligations

The CJSTC 58 form includes immunity provisions based on Florida statutes. These statutes protect any individual, employer, or agency that shares accurate records in response to an authorized inquiry. This legal protection encourages complete and honest disclosure from references and prior employers.

Applicants must complete the form truthfully. Providing false or incomplete information is grounds for disqualification from the hiring process. The form must be signed before a licensed notary public to be legally valid. Completing it accurately and promptly helps avoid delays in your background investigation review.

For general background check authorization not specific to law enforcement, see our Background Check Consent Form. If your application package requires additional CJSTC documentation, the CJSTC Form 71 is commonly requested alongside Form 58 by Florida hiring agencies.