POST forms have been developed for law enforcement agencies to consider as part of the peace officer and public safety dispatcher selection processes. Instructions to the Applicant.The information you provide in this Personal History Statement will be used in the background investigation. • Copy of this letter with your signature and date. • Candidate Notice of Fingerprinting Form (attached). No, there's no requirement, but it is usually preferable to contact you. In most instances we would want a statement from you. Fill out form JV-575 (Petition to Obtain Report of Law Enforcement Agency). You may print legibly in black ink, type on the form, or fill it out online. The attached form must be legible and completely filled out with an original signature of the applicant.