Background Check Options and Inclusion of Sex Offender Registry Checks
Background checks are essential for verifying criminal history, and many organizations require them for employment or other purposes. This article provides an overview of the available background check options and highlights whether sex offender registry checks are included.
Overview of Background Check Options
BackgroundChecks.com offers various background check packages tailored to different needs:
County criminal searches: Complete and Professional include unlimited county criminal record searches based on 7-year address history. Basic can add counties for $14.99 per county, plus surcharges.
National Background Checks: The national check is a supplemental database search of available records across multiple jurisdictions. Records found are verified at the source before they are reported. It does not replace county or statewide searches.
Watchlists: Every package includes global, US, and state watchlists.
Criminal and Sex Offender Records
Criminal history and sex offender registry checks are core components of many background check packages.
Every package (Basic, Complete, and Professional) includes a national sex offender search.
Exclusion of Verification Components
For those who need a background check focusing solely on criminal and sex offender history:
Packages such as the Basic or Complete Report are available. These exclude employment and education verifications by default, allowing users to limit the scope to criminal records and sex offender checks.
Choosing the Right Package
To select the best option for your needs:
Determine if you require county-level or nationwide coverage.
Consider whether additional data, such as employment or education history, is necessary.
Every package includes a national sex offender search, so you don't need a specific package for it.
For specialized needs, such as excluding certain verifications, customize your order accordingly.
Key Takeaways
BackgroundChecks.com provides various options covering national, state, and county-level data along with sex offender registry checks.
All packages include a national sex offender search.
Users can customize their search to exclude irrelevant verification data, focusing on the most critical aspects for their situation.
For a full comparison, see What's included in each background check package? You can also contact customer support for assistance.