Question 1

WHAT IS FCRA COMPLIANCE?

Accepted Answer

The Fair Credit Reporting Act governs how consumer reporting agencies handle background information. Every screening we perform follows FCRA standards including disclosure, consent, and adverse action protocols.

Question 2

HOW LONG DO BACKGROUND CHECKS TAKE?

Accepted Answer

Most database results are returned immediately. County criminal, employment, and education verifications typically take 1–5 business days depending on jurisdiction.

Question 3

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN A STANDARD BACKGROUND CHECK?

Accepted Answer

National criminal database, SSN trace, address history, sex offender registry, and global watchlist at minimum. Add-ons include county criminal, credit, employment, education, and MVR.

Question 4

CAN YOU CUSTOMIZE A SCREENING PACKAGE?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Our team will design a package matched to your industry, role, and budget.

Question 5

DO YOU SCREEN INTERNATIONALLY?

Accepted Answer

Yes we provide background screenings in most foreign countries through our network of trusted partners.

Question 6

IS CANDIDATE CONSENT REQUIRED?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Federal law requires written authorization from the candidate before any background check is performed.

Question 7

WHAT IS ADVERSE ACTION?

Accepted Answer

If you intend to deny employment based on a background report, FCRA requires a pre-adverse action notice, a copy of the report, and a final adverse action notice.

Question 8

HOW FAR BACK DO CRIMINAL RECORDS GO?

Accepted Answer

FCRA generally limits non-conviction records to 7 years; convictions can be reported indefinitely (state laws may further restrict).

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS – BACKGROUND CHECKS