National Criminal Database background checks to hire people you trust.
A national criminal database background check searches more than 850 million data sources, including the Administrative Office of Courts (AOC), counties, Department of Corrections (DOC), and offender databases from all states, Guam, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico.
Once we receive records, we automatically confirm their accuracy with the originating sources at the county or state courthouse. We perform the nationwide criminal background check alongside state and county searches.
The national criminal database search includes:
- State records and several township and county courts
- DOC
- Sex offender lists from the 50 states, Guam, and Washington DC
- Information from state agencies, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
- Local, state, and federal escapee lists
- Terrorist watchlists
94% of National Criminal Database searches
are complete in <1 hour.
Get potential records from beyond where a candidate lives.
Adding a nationwide criminal database search to your background checks can help:
- Identify locations on a larger scale where an individual may have a criminal record
- Search beyond states and counties where a candidate has worked, lived, or attended school
The difference between national and federal background checks
National background checks seek to identify criminal records from diverse nationwide sources but don't reveal federal offenses. To find federal crimes, you must run a background scan that searches federal district court records.
Benefits of making informed employment decisions with a National Criminal Database background check.
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Uphold company reputation: Vetting candidates helps build trust with customers and keeps a positive culture internally.
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Preserving workplace safety: Hiring trustworthy individuals can help preserve work safety.
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Lowering liabilities: Thoroughly screening candidates helps maintain compliance requirements and can protect the organization from potentially expensive and time-consuming legal issues.
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More complete criminal history: Find potential records in jurisdictions outside of the candidate's address history.
Get much more than a National Criminal Database Search
Ordering criminal record check services from Verified Credentials allows you to enjoy these perks:
Quick turnaround times
We deliver background check results quickly to help you complete the hiring process in a timely manner.
Reliable technical support
Our average response rate of three to five seconds permits us to provide prompt assistance.
Competitive prices
Our prices are competitive, so you can get the data you need to make informed recruitment decisions.
Extensive industry experience
We have the skills and knowledge to provide solutions that address the common challenges recruiters face when looking for a screening provider.
Engaging administrative reports
Our reports focus on clarity to help you understand screening ROI and make data-driven decisions.
Impactful user dashboard
We provide a single platform where you can order background screening, monitor progress, read reports, customize settings, and store signed documents.
Smooth account setup
A dedicated team will ensure your company is up and running so you can begin background checks. We aim to make the onboarding process smooth and fast.
Seamless technology integrations
Our platform supports integration with major applicant tracking systems (ATS), human capital management (HCM) platforms, and other HR technology.
Frequently asked questions on our National Criminal Database Search.
Here are answers to a few questions on our national database background checks for employment:
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What does a national criminal background check for employment reveal?
National criminal record searches provide a candidate's arrest, sentence, probation, parole, conviction, and offense history.
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What's the difference between a federal criminal history search and the National Criminal Database search?
While their names are similar, these searches differ in key ways:
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Federal criminal searches reveal details from federal district courts and are only applicable to certain white-collar, high-level crimes or acts that involve multiple states.
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The National Criminal Database gathers data from many sources at the federal, state, and county levels.
More about the federal criminal history search ›
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What is the average turnaround time for a national criminal database search?
The turnaround time for our national criminal database search is a few minutes when no records are found. However, verification of records at the originating courthouse, agency, or registry may take two to three business days.
Cast a wide net to find records nationwide from various sources.
With one search, you can check 850 million records from jurisdictions across the U.S. Order a search in a few easy steps on our user-friendly dashboard and monitor its progress.
You can learn more about our National Criminal Database background check product by completing our online form.