Subject Details
Full legal name, aliases, date of birth, and known identifiers used to locate records accurately.
A clear, documented criminal record verification helps employers meet hiring standards, manage risk, and demonstrate a defensible process for employment decisions while protecting candidate rights under federal and state law.
Typical users include HR teams, hiring managers, background-screening vendors, and regulated employers who must document pre-employment checks.
The record supports decision-making, audit trails, and compliance with employer policies and applicable laws.
Full legal name, aliases, date of birth, and known identifiers used to locate records accurately.
Signed authorization showing candidate consent to the check and disclosure of applicable consumer notices.
Types of searches performed (national database, state criminal, county court) and the date ranges searched.
List of repositories, vendors, and databases queried for transparency and repeatability.
Clear statement of results, including convictions, dismissals, sealed records, or no-record findings.
Timestamp, requester identity, method of delivery, and chain-of-custody notes for compliance.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Authentication | Email link, SMS code, or multi-factor authentication |
| Signature Type | Click-to-sign or drawn eSignature on touch device |
| Conditional Fields | Show county fields only if county search selected |
| Storage Location | Encrypted cloud storage with access controls |
Use platforms that support encrypted transmission, audit trails, and common file formats to protect candidate data.
Allow up to 7 business days for returned consent or corrections.
Often return within 24–72 hours after submission.
May take several days to multiple weeks depending on clerks.
Allow time for candidate review before final adverse action.
Retention period begins on the verification completion date.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | Yes, 7-day trial | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
We needed a remote signing process for leasing staff background checks to close hires faster and maintain compliance.
Clinical hires required careful vetting and secure handling of sensitive data.