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Criminal history background checks
We offer criminal history background screening in most states, and available the same day, if you choose the same day option.
Completely discreet and confidential.
The Subject of the background check will never know we pulled their criminal history reports.
A track record of results.
For 20 years we have worked in the privacy business. Helping to secure hundreds of clients from invasive predators. We can help you too.
Criminal history check options
We can pull criminal history records in each state, or nationwide. You should know that not all counties are available, and we will advise you if that county is not available. We offer same-day service or 3-5 business day service.
When to hire Spade & Archer for background checks.
Criminal history
One of the most common background checks requested of Spade & Archer is our criminal history investigations. We will find criminal history in most states and counties, nationwide.
Custom background checks
Not all background checks are for criminal history. We look into all aspects of a person's background such as employment history, academic history, address history, marital history, and more!
Social media background checks
An often requested service, because our social media background forensics dig into the true character of a person, their beliefs, conduct, character and connections.
How much does a background check cost?
There are many types of background checks. What you purchase is our work as background investigators to find the background information you are searching for. Criminal history is but one type of background check. Some background checks are geared towards validating employment, and academic history. While others may be more nuanced, such as marital records, or address history, or any other customizable option.
Same-day
criminal history
Other background
checks & research
$416
Same-day criminal history checks provide quick information and provide any type of conviction, the location, and the offense. This is good for a preliminary understanding of a person's criminal records.
$624 +
Background checks requiring more in-depth investigation may be for due diligence, or to validate academic history, employment history, and much more. These services take 3-14 days to complete, depending on the complexity and are priced from $624.
Case studies and success stories.
We’ve helped hundreds of clients with background investigations.
It is difficult to share just one case study, because so many have benefited from conducting a proper background investigation into someone they had a relationship with. Whether that relationship be at a business level, or whether it be personal.
One case comes to mind, where an average person, was being wooed by a supposedly wealthy business man. This client was in her 70's, lonely due to the loss of her husband, and very wealthy. The person we investigated was a romance scammer, and the type of background check we initiated was to validate the persons identity.
There was no validating his identity, because he did not exist. He was an overseas romance scammer, who had - wait for it....scammed our client of $300,000. Yes, you heard that right. What was more appalling is that she was on her way to providing him with more money. In fact, her total losses would have been closer to $800,000 if she had not contacted us when she did.
Your matter may not be as significant, but we have helped people with minor matters, such as criminal backgrounds on a person you are dating, or due diligence on a multi-million dollar investment.
14 Types of Nationwide Background Checks
Nationwide background checks are a standard procedure carried out by employers, organizations, and individuals to verify a person's history and qualifications. The extent and depth of a background check can vary depending on the purpose and legal requirements. Our agency conducts various types of background investigations based on the specific need our clients may have. Here are some common types of background checks Spade And Archer conducts:
Criminal Record Checks
This check searches for any criminal history a person may have. It can include a check of local, state, and federal criminal records.
Employment Verification
This confirms a candidate's employment history, including where they worked, positions held, and duration of employment.
Education Verification
This process verifies the educational background claimed by the individual, including the authenticity of degrees, diplomas, certificates, and attendance dates.
Credit Checks
Employers or landlords use this to assess an individual's financial responsibility by looking at their credit history, outstanding debts, bankruptcies, and financial judgments.
Reference Checks
By contacting professional and personal references, an employer can gather information about the candidate’s performance, character, and qualifications from someone who has previously interacted with them.
Drug Screening
A drug test is often part of a background check, especially in industries where safety is critical. This test determines if an individual has illegal substances in their system.
Driving Record Checks
This type of check is vital for positions requiring driving. It includes information about a person's driving history, including licenses, traffic violations, and accident reports.
Sex Offender Registry Check
A search to determine if an individual is listed on a sex offender registry, which is important for positions involving contact with vulnerable populations.
Professional License and Certificate Checks
Verification that a person holds the professional licenses or certifications they claim and that those credentials are current and in good standing.
Social Security Validation
This ensures that the Social Security Number (SSN) provided by an applicant is valid and matches their name and birth date, confirming their identity.
Civil Court Record Checks
A search of civil litigation records to uncover any past lawsuits, which can include disputes, restraining orders, or judgments for or against the individual.
International Background Checks
For individuals who have lived, worked, or been educated in other countries, this check includes searches for criminal records, employment, and education abroad.
Terrorist Watch List Checks
This is a search to ensure the individual is not listed on any state or federal watch lists, including those for terrorism and national security.
Industry-Specific Checks
Depending on the industry, there may be additional checks required, such as for healthcare workers, educators, or financial professionals.
More Background Check Information
11 Reasons To Conduct a Background Check
Individuals may choose to conduct background checks on other people for various personal reasons, often related to safety, financial security, and establishing trust. It is this agencies position, that if one would conduct a background check when they first thought to do so, they may have saved themselves from a lot of heartache. Here are some scenarios in which a person might seek to conduct a background check on someone else:
Personal Relationships
Before entering into a personal relationship or becoming more seriously involved with someone, individuals may want to know more about the person's past, including their criminal history, marital status, or past relationships.
Child Care
Parents often conduct background checks on nannies, babysitters, and other individuals who will be caring for their children to ensure their child's safety and caregiver's reliability.
Roommates and Renting
Before moving in with a new roommate or renting out a room in their home, a person may conduct a background check to verify the potential roommate's history and ensure they are trustworthy.
Business Ventures
Individuals entering into a business venture with a new partner may use background checks to validate the trustworthiness and track record of that partner.
Legal Protection
In cases of disputes or legal confrontations, an individual might run a background check on an adversary to understand their past conduct and litigious history, which can be helpful in legal strategies.
Online Dating
With the rise of online dating, many people now conduct background checks on individuals they meet online before meeting them in person to ensure they are not misrepresenting themselves.
Neighbor Interactions
If a person has concerns about new or existing neighbors, they might want to conduct a background check to feel secure or address any concerns about potential criminal activity.
Genealogy Research
Individuals researching their family history might conduct background checks as part of their efforts to uncover information about relatives or ancestors.
Investments and Loans
Before lending money or making an investment with an individual, a lender may conduct a background check to assess the risk and financial history of the borrower.
Personal Safety
If someone feels threatened or harassed by another individual, they may perform a background check as part of ensuring their own personal safety and to take any necessary legal actions.
Hiring Services for Home or Family
When hiring individuals to work on their property or provide personal services (like coaches, tutors, or contractors), people often perform background checks to ensure the service providers do not have a concerning history.
Background Check and Background Investigations: What's The Difference?
We conduct background checks and background investigations. What's the difference between the two?
As the name implies, in any of the two circumstances, we are looking into someone's past. Perhaps to identify a particular matter or to see what may be indicative of a present or future connection to that person's past.
A background check usually is cursory in nature. We look for requested information and report that to you. Usually our background checks are less expensive because we are not connecting other dots that may be connected or shades of grey not delved into deeper.
Background investigations generally speaking, require us to look at various avenues of a person's past and dig deeper into areas of interest. We look at complex connections between persons, places and things. A background investigation is usually more expensive because of the labor that goes into producing a quality investigation.
Should I Choose a Background Check or a Background Investigation?
This question is best answered by what is at stake. Is this to ensure your child is safe with a caregiver? Is this to really know if your partner has anything they aren't telling you? Are you vetting someone for a key role in your company?
A background investigation is the best choice for those scenarios. Where as, if you are needing basic information on someone to ensure you have a broad understanding, a background check may be in your best interest. It is a matter of risk vs. reward.
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How much does a background check cost?We custom tailor each background check to the needs of the matter at hand. You can count on a background check starting at $416 for a good point of reference. However, depending on what you require, many cost around $1250 and into the many thousands of dollars, again, depending on what your mission is and what is important to know.
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What does a background investigation cost?Background investigations are more in-depth and can focus on a certain area, be broad in nature or go very deep. Background investigations start at $1250.00
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What's the differnece in a background check/investigation and criminal history?Criminal history investigations can be part of a background check/investigation. They can also be a stand alone service you choose to hire us for. Criminal history checks start at $400 where a basic background check starts at $600.
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How long does a background check/investigation take?Depending upon the information you desire, a background check can be completed the same day. This is especially true of criminal history checks that use our proprietary sources to see if the Subject of investigation has a criminal history in the State and Counties we have access to. Some take longer, this is solely dependent upon how deep you wish to go. Some background investigations can take a month, but this is generally the case when we are interviewing people during the background investigation.
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Is the background check/investigation discreet?100% yes. There is nothing that leaves a trail on discreet background inquiries. However, some types of background investigations need the subject's permission to go into various areas of their life or if making financial inquiries. We will advise you ahead of time if that is the case so you can decide if this is what you want.
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Will the person know I am conducting a criminal history check?Nope. No one will ever know, unless you tell them.
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How much does a criminal history check cost?Prices start at $416. A lot will depend upon how deep the criminal check needs to go. For example, has the person lived in 27 counties across the U.S.? If so, then it can get more expensive than $416. This will also largely depend on whether we need to get the source documents from the courthouse they reside in. This will add significant costs.
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Why use you for criminal history over those cheap sites online?Because they're crap. They are not private investigators and they do not have access to the proprietary data we have. Plus there is no one working on your case. It's nothing more than a data dump. Sometimes there is accurate information. But do you really want to trust your decision to a cheap, unreliable data dump? Of course not! We have a lot to say about these online sources, but read more in our blog articles.
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Do you conduct nationwide criminal checks?It is very misleading when private investigators talk about "nationwide" criminal history investigations. There are many nuances to this investigation, including which counting is reporting current data, what State has access to what information, etc. It's complex and best explained when you consult with us. Suffice it to say, there is no way we can just plug someones identifiers in and spit out a nationwide record, there are nuances to know and understand. Sometimes, records are not available unless we send someone to that particular courthouse.