Nothing slips
through the cracks.
We combine instant national database searches with real-time county court runners to deliver the most accurate criminal records available.
The "Swiss Cheese" Problem
Most background checks rely solely on "National Databases" — which are notoriously incomplete (stats say 40-50% gaps).
We do it differently.
National Sweep
We start by casting a wide net across 50 states, searching 800 million+ records from proprietary databases.
County Verification
When we find a hit, we dispatch runners to the specific courthouse to verify the record against primary sources.
Federal Search
We check Federal District Courts for crimes that cross state lines, ensuring no jurisdiction is missed.
Deciphering the Report
Understanding what actually appears on a comprehensive criminal record check.
Felonies
Serious crimes punishable by significant jail time (e.g., Aggravated Assault, Robbery, Fraud).
Misdemeanors
Lesser offenses that may still hold relevance (e.g., Petty Theft, Simple Assault, Trespassing).
Pending Cases
Charges that have been filed but have not yet received a final verdict in court.
Infractions
Minor violations, often requiring only a fine (e.g. Traffic tickets, Noise violations).
Complete Coverage Layers
Sex Offender Registry
We query registries across all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, Guam, and Native American Tribal territories.
- Level 1, 2, and 3 offenders
- Photo identification verification
Global Watchlist
Targeting international risk and domestic terror threats.
AKA Search
We automatically identify aliases and maiden names via SSN Trace.
FCRA Compliant
Automated adverse action workflows ensuring you stay legal.
"This misdemeanor from 2018 happened during a difficult time. Since then, I have completed my degree and volunteered..."
Compliance with human context.
A record doesn't always tell the whole story. LegalScreen's Applicant Comment Flow allows candidates to provide context on criminal records directly within the platform.
This built-in workflow helps you meet EEOC "Individualized Assessment" guidelines effortlessly. Review the record and the candidate's explanation side-by-side before making a final hiring decision.
Common Questions
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