TAT (2011): Instant
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.
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.
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.