Employers understand the value of criminal background checks to vet promising candidates and ensure workplace safety, future productivity, and legal compliance with fair hiring regulations. Even so, criminal background checks can vary in scope, especially when they include additional verification services or international searches designed to confirm an applicant’s credentials, work experience, and create a more complete and comprehensive profile of a candidate before making a final hiring decision.
Here, we’ll explore the essentials of criminal background checks, what is typically included, and why working with a qualified background screening provider like National Crime Search can expedite background screenings to facilitate timely and informed hiring.
Standard Criminal Background Check Results
The definition of a “standard” background check can vary greatly based on the specific needs of your organization and the preferred thoroughness of your screening process. National Crime Search can help your organization formulate a screening process that best supports your needs, thoughtfully considering your organization’s industry, workforce composition, and the jurisdiction(s) where you operate. We can also ensure that your screening processes meet all local, state, and federal compliance requirements, and align with the core values and policies of your organization.
In general, a “standard” criminal background check reveals applicant-related records of felony or misdemeanor convictions and, in some cases, infractions or violations that occur in certain jurisdictions and within seven years of the background check. Felony offenses can include charges ranging from theft of over $500 to aggravated assault, arson, kidnapping, rape, manslaughter, and murder. Misdemeanor offenses can include theft of under $500, disorderly conduct, trespassing, public intoxication, vandalism, and a host of other offenses.
Learn more about how criminal records are acquired from a range of sources to gather vital information about a candidate’s criminal record and strengthen your hiring process.
Since a standard criminal background check typically includes additional information regarding the level or category (severity) of each felony or misdemeanor offense, as well as “disposition” date, sentencing details, and more, it’s essential to understand how to review and interpret this information accurately as part of your hiring process. Our related article discusses how to properly review a criminal background check report and understand legal terms and abbreviations to ensure a fair hiring process and long-term compliance.
Informed and Streamlined Hiring with National Crime Search
Ensure the integrity, safety, and compliance of your hiring process with National Crime Search's comprehensive Criminal Background Checks. Contact us today to learn how our services can seamlessly integrate with your HR needs, and take the first step towards more secure and confident hiring practices.
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