Criminal background checks are a critical step in ensuring the safety and integrity of your team. At Global Background Screening™, we provide an efficient, tech-first platform that simplifies the process. Whether you're hiring employees, screening contractors, or conducting international checks, our transparent pricing and robust network ensure reliable results. Learn how we stand out as a trusted provider of criminal background checks.
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Understanding Criminal Background Checks
Criminal background checks are essential tools for employers, property owners, and organizations to verify an individual's history and reduce risks. These checks provide details about past criminal activity, offering insights into potential hires, tenants, or business partners. With Global Background Screening, you can access accurate, timely, and comprehensive criminal history records through a seamless platform.
Criminal records can be searched at various levels—federal, state, and local—as well as internationally. This diversity ensures that you receive a complete overview tailored to your needs.
According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, According to the Victims of Identity Theft, 2021 report. About 24 million persons or 9.1% of persons age 16 or older were victims of identity theft (Source: Bureau of Justice Statistics). Learn more.
How to Order Criminal Background Checks with Global Background Screening
Ordering a criminal background check is simple and efficient with our platform. Here's how it works:
Choose Your Check Type: Select from Federal, State, Local, or International options based on your requirements.
Provide Candidate Information: Share the candidate's email address for authorization.
Receive Results: U.S. criminal background checks are completed within 2-3 business days, while international criminal background checks take 2-6 business days on average.
Our transparent pricing ensures you know the cost upfront, and the process is fully compliant with applicable laws and regulations.
What Does a Criminal Background Check Include?
A thorough criminal background check may reveal the following:
Federal criminal records
State-level criminal history
Local court records
National sex offender registries (If the country has one available)
Civil records and credit reports (optional add-ons)
These records provide critical information to help you make informed decisions about candidates and associates.
Federal, State, and Local Criminal Background Checks
To understand which type of background check is right for you, it's important to distinguish between federal, state, and local checks:
Federal Criminal Background Checks: These focus on crimes prosecuted at the federal level, such as tax evasion, bank robbery, or large-scale drug trafficking. These checks access records from federal courts.
State Criminal Background Checks: These cover crimes prosecuted within an individual state's court system. Examples include theft, assault, and DUIs. When state-wide checks are unavailable, we retrieve records directly from local courts.
Local Criminal Background Checks: These checks target specific county or municipal courts, focusing on misdemeanors and minor offenses. They are ideal for identifying localized criminal activity.
National Criminal Background Checks: A comprehensive scan that includes multiple databases such as incarceration records, warrants, probation information, and sex offender registries.
Criminal Background Check Processes Internationally
Global Background Screening™ provides international background checks in over 180 countries. Below are a few examples:
United Kingdom: Conducted by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), offering Basic, Standard, and Enhanced checks. Additional options include credit and bankruptcy searches.
Canada: Managed by the RCMP, covering both national and local police records, as well as civil and credit searches.
Australia: Handled by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) through the National Police Checking Service (NPCS), covering federal, state, and territory records.
India: Involves verification through local police stations and court databases, including searches for civil and criminal litigation.
Brazil: Conducted by the Federal Police and state-level agencies, ensuring a comprehensive review of federal and state records.
Our extensive global reach ensures accurate and legally compliant results, helping you make well-informed decisions.
Educational Insights on Background Checks
Why Are Criminal Background Checks Important? Criminal background checks help reduce risks, improve workplace safety, and protect your organization’s reputation. They also provide compliance with industry standards and regulations.
How Far Back Do Background Checks Go? In the U.S., the standard scope is typically 7 years, though older records can be reported when legally permitted. International timelines vary based on local regulations.
Challenges in Background Checks Some challenges include incomplete records, varying data accessibility across jurisdictions, and delays in record retrieval. Using a provider like Global Background Screening ensures these challenges are minimized.
Why Choose Global Background Screening for Criminal Background Checks?
Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees, with clear costs displayed upfront.
Fast Turnaround Times: Results available in 2-3 business days for U.S. checks and 2-6 business days internationally.
Extensive Network: Our court runners physically visit courthouses to retrieve accurate records.
Tech-First Platform: Easy-to-use interface with customizable options to fit your needs.
Order Criminal Background Checks Today
Take the next step in securing your business and team with Global Background Screening. Our user-friendly platform and robust network ensure accurate, reliable results every time.
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Note: The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) emphasizes the importance of fair hiring practices when using criminal background checks. Employers must ensure that their screening processes comply with federal anti-discrimination laws. (Source: EEOC) Read more.
