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Background Check FAQ

Are background check records available for minors?
Generally, no. If the applicant was tried as an adult, the records may be available in the courts, but juvenile records are not available.

Do I need a release from the applicant?
You should obtain a signed release from any applicant or employee that will be subject to a background check. Keep a copy of the signed release in your own files, and we recommend you copy the Summary of Rights (as required by the FCRA) on the back side of the release so you are sure it was provided.

When should I do a drivers history background check?
Anyone driving on behalf of your organization - even once - should have their driving history background check on a regular basis.

Why should I do a County Criminal Check if a Statewide Criminal Search is available?
We recommend County Criminal Searches because they are the most complete form of criminal background check search, requiring a researcher to physically visit the court and review records. Statewide Criminal Searches are based on databases run by the state or private firms, and rely on the County Courts to submit records to them. Not all courts participate, so statewide databases are sometimes incomplete. However, they can be useful in augmenting the County Criminal searches done in areas of known residency. If a record outside a known county is found, the employer has the option of investigating further.

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