Legal disclosures and notices

State-specific Notices: Please reference where applicable:

Maryland (10/1/1991):

UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, THAT ANY INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT OR TAKE A POLYGRAPH OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100.

Massachusetts (1/1/1985):

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Rhode Island (1/1/1996):

Amazon is subject to Chapters 29–38 of Title 28 of the General Laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state’s workers’ compensation law.

Amazon is committed to maintain a safe and secure environment for all employees and customers. To the extent necessary for the job you apply for, Amazon may—depending on the job you apply for and the country where the job position is based—perform a criminal background check at the end of the application process.

For example,

• in customer fulfillment positions, checks may be necessary to protect Amazon’s and third parties’ property (inventory, shipments, equipment, and installations) from damage and theft.
• in customer service and corporate positions, Amazon customers’ trust, integrity, property and personal data need to be protected.
• for all roles, the safety and security of our employees, partners, customers, and visitors is key (e.g. to avoid violence or harassment, e.g. at Amazon sites or when in direct contact with customers).

We will inform you by way of a separate notice if a criminal background check is required for your application. Please visit our EU Candidate Privacy Notice to learn more on how we process your personal data during the application process.