ABOUT USAt CriminalWatchDog, we believe that informed hiring decisions empower businesses to thrive.CriminalWatchDog is a leading authority for precise, comprehensive, and cutting-edge criminal background checks and pre-employment screening solutions used by Fortune 500 companies and small businesses across the United States. Our tailored screening solutions ensure compliance with laws governing the use of public records, such as the FCRA, allowing for well-informed and confident hiring decisions. Our advanced report management platform integrates seamlessly with official state, local, and federal reporting agencies, delivering instant access to criminal background check reports. This means you get the information you need quickly and securely, without the hassle of navigating complex reporting systems.As a background check company, our mission is to provide the private sector with in-depth, current data quickly, securely, and affordably. Our services, systems, and professional relationships have evolved since the mid-1990s, enabling us to offer criminal records at a price usually reserved for large corporations. With nearly 900 million criminal records on file from over 50 states, including Guam and Puerto Rico, CriminalWatchdog is your trusted source for protecting your family, friends, co-workers, and investments using the most extensive public records collection available in the private sector. Among all background check companies, CriminalWatchDog stands out for its efficiency in delivering results.Trust is at the core of everything we do at CriminalWatchDog. That's why we operate in full compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and all other regulations governing our industry. We maintain the highest level of privacy encryption and malware protection, giving you peace of mind as you access the information you need to make informed hiring decisions.At CriminalWatchDog, we're not just a background check company – we're your partner in building a secure and successful future for your business. Let us help you make the informed hiring decisions that will drive your organization forward.
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FAQSGot a background check question?

Whether you're looking for general information about background checks or for more concrete information on our background check services, we've got your answers here.

What records are included with my search?

Coverage varies by search. For a complete listing of available instant jurisdictions please refer to the posted Data Coverage. In addition, we offer direct court searches in every county in the US and the District of Colombia to ensure coverage of all publicly available criminal records.

How will I receive my background check report results?

Your results will be returned online and stored in a private Report Management Account. Simply click on the individual's name under 'Applicant'.

How long will I have access to my background check reports?

Your report history will be stored for the life of your account.

Is there a setup or monthly fee when I use your service?

No, all charges are per search. There will never be any hidden fees while using CriminalWatchDog.com's services.

Are CriminalWatchDog.com's results guaranteed?

CriminalWatchDog.com does offer a Money Back Guarantee for the accuracy of its data. A 100% refund will be issued if CriminalWatchDog.com is unable to generate a completed background check report* or if a criminal conviction should have been included in the search results and was not based on our posted data coverage. Coverage must be agreed upon before a report is ordered.

I believe the individual under investigation has a criminal record in a particular jurisdiction, though no records were found. Why?

Not all jurisdictions or counties provide instant access to criminal records, in which case a county search may be appropriate. Before a criminal report is ordered you must review the data coverage for the associated search.

A criminal conviction was returned though I do not believe it is the applicant I am investigating.

The criminal search query mainly relies on the name and date of birth to link any criminal convictions to the search criteria entered. An individual's alias may also return records. Our Advanced Background Check reports also use a social security number to search for an alias history which will help target your applicant's true information.

What do I do if my search yield's a criminal record on my applicant?

Check your state laws. Verify the returned record is associated with your applicant and have a consistent screening policy. Keep in mind in many cases you are not allowed to consider data older than 7 years while screening applicants.