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Character reference template (US)
A general template under US law. Laws differ from state to state, so check it against your state's law or with a lawyer licensed there. We are not a law firm and do not give legal advice.
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Character Reference Letter
Your Name
Your Address
Your Phone and Email
Date: Letter Date
To: Recipient Name and Title, or "To Whom It May Concern"
Recipient Organization and Address
Re: Character reference for Person's Full Name
Dear Recipient Name:
I am pleased to write this reference for Person's Full Name, whom I have known for Length of Time as Relationship, such as Neighbor, Coworker, Coach or Friend. I am Your Occupation and Brief Background.
What I Know of Person's First Name
In that time, I have come to know Person's First Name as Main Qualities, such as Honest, Reliable and Caring. For example, Specific Example That Shows These Qualities.
Second Example, such as Community Involvement, Work Ethic or How the Person Handled a Difficulty
Purpose
I understand this letter is for Purpose, such as a Job Application, Rental Application, Volunteer Position or Court Hearing. If for Court: I am aware of the matter before the court, and I believe that ___.
I recommend Person's First Name without hesitation. The statements in this letter are true to the best of my knowledge. Please contact me at the phone or email above if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Your Signature
Your Printed Name