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A Social Security Number (SSN) Trace discovers the past address history associated with the SSN within approximately the last 7 years and validates only the year and state of issuance.  The SSN Trace does NOT match the name to the SSN from the Social Security Administration (SSA).  See SSN Name Match for details.

The most effective way of using an SSN Trace is to compile all the past addresses it generates and all the past addresses gathered from the employment application and/or resume, and focus your efforts in those counties, states and federal jurisdictions when selecting your criminal search types. By doing so, you will have the start of a very powerful and comprehensive criminal background check.

Turnaround Time: Instant

Notes: Erroneous information, such as additional names not directly connected with your SSN Trace may appear. What has happened? Most likely, it is a transposition error in a digit of the SSN that has not been previously purged from the credit database. However, if you see multiple names and multiple locations that are very different from your applicant’s, then please contact us immediately for further investigative analysis at 1-888-GOBACK-1 ext. 83 | service@GObackgrounds.com.

A SSN Trace may also return results, “No Record Found for Given SSN”. What has happened? Because the SSN Trace is a combination of multiple databases that includes credit header and footer information, most likely, the SSN is too new to have developed a credit history or in very rare instances the individual has operated on a cash basis only. Also a “No Record Found for Given SSN” does NOT mean that your applicant has a clear criminal record. A Date Of Birth (DOB) is the primary identifier when determining the criminal history of an applicant.  See The “Perfect” Background Check for details.

Additionally, a SSN Trace does NOT give the applicant the right to work in the U.S. and does NOT match the name to the SSN from the Social Security Administration (SSA).  See I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification and SSN Name Match for details.

Form SSA-89

A Social Security Number (SSN) Name Match officially matches the applicant’s name, SSN, DOB and gender directly from the Social Security Administration (SSA).  It also, cross-references this information with the Death Master Index (DMI) to insure the SSN is not that of a deceased person, adding yet another layer of protection from identity thieves. The SSN Name Match uses a Consent Based Social Security Number Verification (CBSV) process.  See Form SSA-89 for details.

Turnaround Time: 24 Hours

Notes: A SSN Name Match cannot be used for only “Identification Purposes”.  It must be used in conjunction with other search types when performing a background check of an applicant for hire.

Additionally, a SSN Name Match does NOT give the applicant the right to work in the U.S.  See I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification for details. 

PA Driver Record Release

This search covers driving records in all 50 states, with 48 of them returning the results instantly. These reports may include records of: Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), revoked license, suspensions, accidents, and minor traffic violations. Because driving records are held in state bureaus and have access to all counties in the state and sometimes other states, they can be very useful for screening purposes if a Driving Record is germane to the position your applicant is seeking.

Turnaround Time: Instant | 48 States.  District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Canadian Provinces: New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario and Saskatchewan are also available.

Notes: Records typically go back 3 years. A signed release is required. In CA a Driving Record can ONLY be ordered when combined with another search. In PA a specific release must be used. Information is secured in compliance with the Drivers Privacy Protection Act (DPPA) 18 U.S.C. § 2721.

How to Read a Credit Report

The Credit Report includes name, possible current address with previous addresses, Social Security Number (SSN), and may include the following:  current employer, up to three previous employers, and aliases.

Additionally, the credit report may include filings of public records (i.e. tax liens, judgments, bankruptcies, etc.), collection accounts, current or previous delinquent accounts, types of credit, and total indebtedness. The Credit Report may also display account charge offs, repossessions and alerts of any confirmed or suspected fraud activity.

When the credit report is secured by our company, it will NOT positively or negatively affect the applicant’s/subject’s Fair Isaac & Company (FICO) score, nor will the FICO score be stated on the Credit Report.

Turnaround Time: 24 Hours

Notes:  Under the provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) we must have a signed release to secure this information before releasing the results. This signed release must meet the FCRA standards of acceptability. For your convenience, you can find an editable release in your GObackgrounds.com user account at > My Account > My Documents that meets these standards of acceptability. Either upload this document to the search via your GObackgrounds.com user account or FAX it to 1-877-526-7823.

GObackgrounds.com’s international criminal research is conducted using the best available source of information in a given country; typically a court, police agency or prosecutorial office.

Research is conducted either directly with public officials or utilizing agents in the country being searched. These agents, which in many instances are private investigators or equivalents, use their contacts to provide a search that utilizes the best source of information for that town, city or country.

Searches are usually limited to felonies or serious matters in the court of jurisdiction nearest to the applicant’s/subject’s residence.

Turnaround Time: 7-10 Days | 250 Countries

Notes: While best efforts are employed, GObackgrounds.com cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of these searches. Due to changing business and political climates, availability and prices are subject to change without notice. Please contact 1-888-GOBACK-1 ext. 83 | service@GObackgrounds.com for further country specific details and pricing.

A Nationwide Wants & Warrants search provides a wide scope of various states, counties, and law enforcement agencies revealing if a person has an outstanding warrant. If this is obtained via Georgia, these are only extraditable offenses. All law enforcement agencies do participate in the database. However, reporting is the sole responsibility of the state and agency in charge of the pending warrant.

Turnaround Time: 24-48 Hours

Notes: This search should not be used by itself. All warrants should be followed up with a County Criminal search to confirm the information. This search requires a release of authorization up front.

Disclaimer: Does NOT contain information on all warrants currently active. This search does NOT contain information on every city, county, and state in the country. Information may NOT be complete, accurate and does need further investigation. This is NOT a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) check or finger print check.

Federal Criminal records are searched by the state of the applicant/subject/entity. Cases are typically related to homicide, kidnapping, drug trafficking, interstate transportation of stolen goods, bank robbery, immigration, firearm or explosive charges, certain sex offenses, and crimes aboard an aircraft.

Turnaround Time: 24-48 Hours

Notes: If available, we will be able to provide/upload the contents of the Federal Criminal file to you at no additional cost. Federal Criminal charges are NOT found in the county and state repositories. Typically, the results are name-only matches, with very few other identifiers. Validation of the record can be time-consuming and there is no guarantee that pulling the file will result in additional verifiers. Dismissed and Pending cases will never have IDs.

Disclaimer: The word “Federal” does NOT mean national coverage.

A sex offender is typically an individual who has been convicted of a violent sexual crime such as rape, or someone who has committed a sexual offense against a child or another person. Details in the report usually include: identifiers, registered address, aliases, case numbers, charge(s), conviction details, and period of incarceration.

Turnaround Time: 24 Hours

Notes: All 50 states are available. 44 of these states include offender pictures. Please keep in mind that these databases are updated at the discretion of the state and some of the information may be reported directly from the offender. Additionally, some states prohibit the searching of sex offender databases for employment purposes. NV is one of those states.

Please contact 1-888-GOBACK-1 ext. 83 | service@GObackgrounds.com for your states employer compliance guide, which will help you navigate these complex legal issues. Our 50 State Employer Compliance Guide was researched and developed by our law firm Seyfarth Shaw LLP – Chicago Office.

Instant Criminal v. County Criminal

This is one of the most important tools for uncovering criminal records available, because law enforcement must report charges resulting from arrests on felonies, misdemeanors and other offenses. The County Criminal search is conducted at the county level where a applicant/subject is most likely to have any information filed. We are one of few investigation companies using actual “live” researchers who hand-pick information from courthouses in every county in the United States.

Turnaround Time: 24-48 Hours

Notes: Some mandated court fees may apply. We do not pad these fees. We simply pass them on to the client. Some counties are still “clerk assisted” in handling information and this may extend the turnaround time.

Even if court records may be provided by a court, they may not be reportable by GObackgrounds.com or able to be considered by the End-User of the report, due to a variety of federal and state laws and regulations.

Common identifiers that are returned on county court records are name and Date Of Birth (DOB). Other identifiers may be available, such as Social Security Number (SSN), address, Driver’s License Number (DLN), etc. Personal identifiers may vary from county to county. More and more counties are placing restrictions on the personal identifiers they will return.

Disclaimer: A SSN is NOT the primary identifier when conducting a criminal search. County Criminal records are NOT always reported to the state and federal jurisdiction once adjudicated. County Criminal records will NOT automatically appear on Instant Criminal searches.

May show liens, judgments, and public records that would be contained on the applicant’s/subject’s credit report, but without actually ordering the Credit Report.

Turnaround Time: 24 Hours

Notes: A signed release is NOT required. This is NOT a database encompassing all 50 states, but a search worth using if you need it fast and can’t wait for a County Civil search to be conducted.

This is a federal record that is searched by the state of the applicant/subject/entity. The information returned from this bankruptcy file may include: Case file number, date filed, type of bankruptcy (i.e. Chapter 7, Chapter 11, Chapter 13, etc.), date debts were discharged or the date that the bankruptcy was granted and name(s) listed.

Turnaround Time: 24 Hours

Notes: If available, we will be able to provide/upload the contents of the bankruptcy file to you at no additional cost. This information is incredibly detailed and provides a unique picture of the applicant/subject/entity when thoroughly analyzed.

Federal Civil records are searched by the state of the applicant/subject/entity. Cases are typically related to discrimination, violations of civil rights, issues involving the Equal Employment Opportunity Act (EEOA), financial institutions, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) violations, etc.

Turnaround Time: 24-48 Hours

Notes: If available, we will be able to provide/upload the contents of the Federal Civil file to you at no additional cost. Federal Civil charges are NOT found in the county and state repositories. Typically, the results are name-only matches, with very few other identifiers. Validation of the record can be time-consuming and there is no guarantee that pulling the file will result in additional verifiers. Dismissed and Pending cases will never have IDs.

Disclaimer: The word “Federal” does NOT mean national coverage.

A County Civil history is a county level search that reports information about an applicant/subject/entity regarding their involvement in lawsuits, personal injury claims, tax liens, wrongful death claims, adoption, divorce and other litigious matters. A County Civil search differs from the County Criminal search in that the applicant/subject/entity can be either the plaintiff or the defendant.

Lawsuits can be filed against an applicant/subject/entity and they can be filed in any number of venues, including county of residence of plaintiff, county of residence of defendant, county of location of corporate headquarters of company (if suit involves one), county of location of any branch location of company, or any other venue stipulated in a contract if suit involves breach of contract.

Turnaround Time: 24-48 Hours

Notes: Some mandated court fees may apply. We do not pad these fees. We simply pass them on to the client. Some counties are still “clerk assisted” in handling information and this may extend the turnaround time. Most County Civil searches are name only searches, with only a select few courts utilizing a Social Security Number (SSN).

Disclaimer: NOT all records contain name, Social Security Number (SSN) and Date Of Birth (DOB). NOT all issues, regardless if they were dealt with in court or not, appear in this search.

Our in-house staff confirms the applicant’s/subject’s highest level of education. We will verify institutions, dates, major areas of study, degrees earned and transcript information.

Turnaround Time: 24-48 Hours

Notes: Please keep in mind that two degrees from the same university represents two searches and will be charged as such.

Many colleges and universities are turning to third party vendors to handle this function of verifying degrees earned. If applicable, an additional fee of $5.00 to $8.00 would be added to the search price. We do not pad these fees. We simply pass them on to the client, which are clearly detailed on our invoice.

This verification draws upon a previous employers knowledge of the applicant during the period of employment specified in the application. The information obtained by our in-house researcher includes, but is not limited to: dates of employment, job descriptions, character, salary, title, and performance.

Turnaround Time: 24-72 Hours

Notes: Getting a hold of the right person is critical in obtaining substantive information. We always try to talk to the immediate supervisor for the best results.

Many past employers are turning to third party vendors to handle this function of verifying past employment. If applicable, an additional fee of $13.30 would be added to the search price. We do not pad these fees. We simply pass them on to the client, which are clearly detailed on our invoice.

Our in-house staff affirms the applicants/subjects claims of dependability, integrity and character by contacting business and personal references.

Turnaround Time: 24-48 Hours

Notes: Getting a hold of references can be challenging, we do our very best to track them down and get the answers you need to make an informed decision.

This search is useful for verifying professional license and certifications, as well as providing the applicants/subjects professional standing with a regulatory body. Based on the information submitted, our in-house staff contacts the necessary licensing agencies, and verifies standing, as well as verifies dates and any other information crucial to the applicants/subjects license.

Turnaround Time: 24-48 Hours

I-9 Fact Sheet

An I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification allows you to confirm the legal “right to work” status of newly hired employees via the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the eVerify program. An I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification does NOT verify the immigration status of newly hired employee.

Additionally, an I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification virtually eliminates Social Security Number (SSN) mismatches, improves the accuracy of wage and tax reporting, protects jobs for authorized U.S. workers, and helps U.S. employers maintain a legal workforce.
 
Turnaround Time: Instant

Notes: The earliest the employer may initiate an I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification is after an applicant accepts an offer of employment and after the employee and employer complete Form I-9.  The employer must initiate the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification in their GObackgrounds.com user account no later than the end of three (3) business days after the new hire’s actual start date.

Description of Instant Criminal Searches

A Single State Criminal is searched on a state basis. Databases vary as to the beginning date of the data contained therein: some date back several decades; others date back to the early 1990’s. In general, search results from these databases show name, DOB, race, sex, offense, disposition, date of disposition, county and case number. Because these databases are updated monthly, quarterly and sometimes yearly, they should not be used in place of a County Criminal search, which is done by a “live” person going to the courthouse to conduct the research. All of our county searches are conducted by “live” researchers in the field, not from a database, CD-ROM, or archived data.

Notes: Please keep in mind that our Instant Criminal searches are “general” in scope and are provided as a “quick and economical” way of conducting a cursory search. Please review the Description of Instant Searches (PDF) for further details.

Disclaimer: It is important to recognize that a Single State Criminal should NOT be confused with a Statewide Criminal. Although much more comprehensive, a non-instant Statewide Criminal is too costly and takes too long to get the results for it to be a viable search. Therefore we do NOT offer Statewide Criminal searches.

Description of Instant Searches

The Multi-State Criminal empowers you to search all of our Single State Criminal, Multi-State Sex Offenders, Terrorist List and other Instant Searches simultaneously consisting of over 200+ million records in all 50 states.

Turnaround Time: Instant

Notes: Please review the Description of Instant Searches (PDF) for further details.

Disclaimer: This search does NOT include all criminal records from all 50 states.

A Multi-State Sex Offenders within a state jurisdiction will only pull results for that jurisdiction if the state has provided a DOB in its sex offender data. Therefore we recommend you also conduct a non-instant Single State Sex Offenders search that concentrates in a specific state. As of (04/14/09) the following states do not provide DOB’s: AZ, HI, IN, LA, MA, NE, NV, PA, SD, TX, VA, WA, WI and WY.

Description of Instant Searches

The Multi-State Sex Offenders database contains currently registered sex and violent offenders with felony conviction records. Data has been compiled from all 50 states, The District of Columbia, and Guam. When available, a picture will be included in your search.

Turnaround Time: Instant

Notes: Please review the Description of Instant Searches (PDF) for further details.

Disclaimer: A Multi-State Sex Offenders within a state jurisdiction will only pull results for that jurisdiction if the state has provided a DOB in its sex offender data. Therefore we recommend you also conduct a non-instant Single State Sex Offenders search that concentrates in a specific state. As of (04/14/09) the following states do not provide DOB’s: AZ, HI, IN, LA, MA, NE, NV, PA, SD, TX, VA, WA, WI and WY.

Description of Instant Criminal Searches

The Super Criminal 411 is three databases combined into one search. This database contains over 850+ million criminal records and is one of the most extensive and comprehensive criminal databases we offer. The Super Criminal 411 is exclusive to GObackgrounds.com.

Turnaround Time: Instant

Notes: Please review the Description of Instant Searches (PDF) for further details.

This is a database that is supplied by the Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) for Specially Designated Nationals (SDNs) and the Federal Suspected Terrorist Watch List (FSTWL). This is a list of individuals and companies owned or controlled by, or acting for or on behalf of, targeted countries. It also lists individuals, groups and entities, such as terrorists and narcotics traffickers designated under programs that are not country-specific. Collectively, such individuals and companies are called “Specially Designated Nationals” or (SDNs). Their assets are blocked and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from dealing with them. Many of the sanctions are based on the United Nations and other international mandates, are multilateral in scope, and involve close cooperation with allied governments.

Turnaround Time: Instant

Notes: List updated on a regular basis and at the discretion of the appropriate government agencies.

The eScreen eCup® is a patented urine collection device designed to allow for rapid under-seal screening, without human intervention or interpretation.  A sealed eCup urine specimen is digitally screened for the presence or absence of drugs of abuse by the eScreen eReader®.  The eReader is a self-contained rapid urine screening computer that uses digital technology to scan the test lid of a sealed eCup, providing an automated, objective, confidential urine drug test.  It reports a negative eCup urine drug screen within 15 minutes.

Instrumented point-of-care instant testing, electronic chain of custody form, specimen collection, GC/MS confirmation, medical review and electronic results seamlessly integrated into your GObackgrounds.com User Account and the applicant’s/subject’s final report.

Turnaround Time: Approximately 15 minutes on all negative results. 95% of the population will return negative results.

Notes: This is a non-DOT screening. There are nearly 2,000 eCup/eReader-enabled collection sites nationwide. 5 panel drug screen identifying Amphetamines, Cocaine, Marijuana, Opiates and PCP, along with built-in adulteration panels for Ph, Creatinine, and Nitrates.

DOT testing, specimen collection, GC/MS confirmation, medical review and electronic results seamlessly integrated into your GObackgrounds.com User Account and the applicant’s/subject’s final report.

Turnaround Time: 24-72 Hours

Notes: This is a lab based DOT screening. Specify either an “In-Network” or an “Out-Of-Network” screening facility.

Standard (5-10 panel) testing, specimen collection, GC/MS confirmation, medical review and electronic results seamlessly integrated into your GObackgrounds.com User Account and the applicant’s/subject’s final report. An electronic chain of custody form option is available at all eScreen technology-enabled collection facilities.

Turnaround Time: 24-72 Hours

Notes: This is a lab based non-DOT screening. Specify either an “In-Network” or an “Out-Of-Network” screening facility.

Description of FACIS Search

Fraud and Abuse Control Information System (FACIS) 1 conducts a search of the sanction information as taken by the Office of Inspector General (OIG), the Government Services Administration (GSA) and other federal agencies. The information reported in this level meets the government’s minimum requirements for sanction screening as set forth in the OIG’s Compliance Program Guidance.

Turnaround Time: 24 Hours

Notes: This search allows the user to screen an applicant/subject or entity on a case-by-case basis. List updated on a regular basis and at the discretion of the appropriate government agencies. This search is primarily used in the biotechnology, health care and research institute industries.

Description of FACIS Search

Fraud and Abuse Control Information System (FACIS) 2 combines the FACIS 1 and conducts a search of the federal agencies with disciplinary action information from multiple agencies and one state of your choice.

Turnaround Time: 24 Hours

Notes: This search allows the user to screen an applicant/subject or entity on a case-by-case basis. List updated on a regular basis and at the discretion of the appropriate government agencies. This search is primarily used in the biotechnology, health care and research institute industries.

Description of FACIS Search

Fraud and Abuse Control Information System (FACIS) 3 combines the FACIS 1 and conducts a search of the federal agencies with disciplinary action information from multiple agencies and all 50 states. This is the most comprehensive search method available.

Turnaround Time: 24 Hours

Notes: This search allows the user to screen an applicant/subject or entity on a case-by-case basis. List updated on a regular basis and at the discretion of the appropriate government agencies. This search is primarily used in the biotechnology, health care and research institute industries.

The following is a public list of firms or persons debarred pursuant to sections 306(a) and (b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 335(a) and (b)) as published in the FEDERAL REGISTER (FR), since 1994.

Turnaround Time: 24 Hours

Notes: Updated at the discretion of the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). This search is primarily used in the biotechnology, health care and research institute industries and is typically combined with any level Fraud and Abuse Control Information System (FACIS) search, which we currently offer.

Franchise Due Diligence is very important when selecting an individual to represent your brand. In this tough economy you need to look at each potential franchisee with a very discerning eye. People more now than ever are getting laid off and are discovering the benefits of working for themselves with a franchise system. Just because a person has the money to drop on your franchise doesn’t mean they’re a person of character.

Turnaround Time: 24-48 Hours

The “fear of the unknown”, is why you conduct proactive U.S. Due Diligence. We minimize your risk in acquiring a company, making an investment, or entering into a business relationship. Whether we are investigating people or companies on your behalf, we tell you exactly who you are dealing with and the risks that are involved.

Notes: Price is based upon per person or per entity. A signed release is required. We give you nearly 20 years of investigative experience and analysis in helping you mitigate hidden risks to make an informed business decision.

Warning: Because of the meltdown in the U.S. economy, corporate con-artists are developing new and improved ways to separate you from your money. Make an investment in your next investment, have GObackgrounds.com conduct your U.S. Due Diligence.

The “fear of the unknown”, is why you conduct proactive International Due Diligence. We minimize your risk in acquiring a company, making an investment, or entering into a business relationship. Whether we are investigating people or companies on your behalf, we tell you exactly who you are dealing with and the risks that are involved.

Notes: Price is based upon per person. A signed release is required. We give you nearly 20 years of investigative experience and analysis in helping you mitigate hidden risks to make an informed business decision.

Warning: Because of the meltdown in the global economy, corporate con-artists are developing new and improved ways to separate you from your money. Make an investment in your next investment, have GObackgrounds.com conduct your International Due Diligence.