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Uber is taking steps to enact stricter background checks, after a New York Times investigation in December revealed that the ride-hailing giant's policies allowed for drivers with many types of ...

Uber reportedly plans stricter background checks after investigation reveals drivers with violent criminal convictions were approved to work in 22 states.

DETROIT – Uber will start doing annual criminal background checks on U.S. drivers and hire a company that constantly monitors criminal arrests as it tries to do a better job of keeping riders safe.

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