County and Federal records search for civil case filings, including judgments, liens, and pending civil suits.
Background Checks
Services:
Background Checks
We believe in making background screening simple, by delivering personalized support and innovative tech, wherever you do business.
Employee Background Checks
Our criminal background checks are available on multiple scales to meet the demands of your organization, whatever the size, type, and industry. Screen multiple jurisdictions as needed, based on applicant information and industry compliance laws.
County Criminal Searches
County-level records search for felony and misdemeanor criminal activity. Our vast network of ISO 9001–compliant researchers is key to providing you with the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Federal Criminal Searches
U.S. District Court records search for criminal activity violating federal laws. Criminal offenses may include crimes that have crossed state lines, as well as crimes against government or financial institutions.
Motor Vehicle Reports
Records search of each state’s Department of Motor Vehicles. Confirms license status and reports any points, restrictions, violations, and suspensions. Records are available from all 50 states and Washington, DC, with instant results from all states except Pennsylvania.
National Criminal Database
Nationwide records search to identify criminal activity outside known residence or work addresses. Service includes misdemeanor and felony records contributed by participating state and county agencies, the Multi-State Sex Offender Database, the FBI Terrorist List, Federal/State/Local Wanted Fugitive Lists, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and OFAC’s Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List.
Sex Offender Registry
Records search of either individual state registries or the National Sex Offender Registry.
Statewide Criminal Searches
State-level records search for felony and misdemeanor criminal activity, where available. The availability and completeness of records depend on the efficiency of the agencies and courts within the state that contribute and maintain the repository. We only offer statewide searches in states where the information meets our standards for accuracy and thoroughness.
Why Critical Research?
HR professionals know background checks are critical. The real question is who can deliver them with speed, accuracy, and full compliance. At Critical Research, our FCRA-certified team delivers:
- Reliable, quality-assured results
- Compliance with evolving state and federal regulations
- Fast turnaround times without sacrificing accuracy
A seamless and integrative platform that reduces administrative burden
Transitioning from HireRight to Critical Research has been a gamechanger. Great platform, timely, wonderful to work with.
Recruitment Director
I am grateful to your team for always being available to answer our questions and help with understanding how to read background check results. I will recommend Critical Research to others without hesitation.
Human Resources Director
Critical Research is always up to any challenge, whether it is last minute changes or extensions for future employees to complete their tests. The tests are complete, accurate and thorough. We could not be happier with Critical Research and its services.
Human Resources Specialist