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Star Systems offers a quick and cost effective background check program to assist employers with making informed hiring decisions.
Our Background Investigation Catalog Includes:
Criminal Searches:
Additional Components Available:
County Criminal Search
Typical Turnaround: 24-72 Hours
Our county level criminal search identifies all criminal records located on the countywide felony index, for a minimum of seven years. This search provides all felony records and any misdemeanor records contained in that index.
We utilize resources that include the industry’s largest network of independent contractors who visit courthouses daily to retrieve criminal record information. These field agents have direct hands-on access to public record information. We also have direct on-line access to court systems in many areas of the country, which is typically the most expedient method of retrieving criminal history information. Our staff is dedicated to researching areas where future on-line access will become available.
Court clerks are used in areas where established contacts have been made and where statute prohibits direct “hands-on” public access to criminal record information.
Law enforcement and related agencies are utilized where permitted and/or required. We have established many contacts that assist in providing information that is missing from court files, such as personal identifiers (date of birth, social security number or physical description).
Statewide Criminal Search
Typical Turnaround: Varies by State
Many states provide access to a repository of criminal record information, which is gathered from the court entities and arresting agencies within the state. Consequently, a state repository is only as accurate as the information the county jurisdictions provide. In states offering prompt turnaround time, a statewide criminal history search adds value through its broad geographic coverage. Star Systems accesses all available repositories via field agents, or on-line, whichever method is applicable.
Federal District Court Search
Typical Turnaround: 24-72 Hours
Federal crimes are tried in United States Federal District Courts within each state. There are currently 92 Districts in the United States. The federal criminal search will provide any crimes committed against Federal law within the district searched. Examples include bank robbery, counterfeiting or mail fraud. Star Systems will access these records via field agents, or on-line, whichever method is applicable.
National Criminal Search (WideScreen)
Typical Turnaround: Instant on Clear Reports
24-72 Hours on Reports with Potential RecordsIntended as the first step of a progressive search or to broaden the criminal scope, our National Criminal File Search is not an option, it’s a necessity. Star Systems offers this comprehensive search of multiple criminal record sources, including Federal Fugitive File, state and county criminal record repositories, Star Systems’ proprietary criminal record information, the AOC (Administrative Office of Courts), prison, parole and release files from state Department of Corrections and other state agencies.
The National Criminal File Search provides instant access to more the 63 million criminal records containing 42 million criminal conviction records, as well as the Federal Fugitive file. The most powerful feature is its national reach. Our National Criminal goes one step further by re-verifying potential records directly from the source. WideScreen State-By-State Participation
TRAC-To-Crim
Typical turnaround: 24-72 Hours
Determining the right jurisdiction to search can be one of the most difficult steps in conducting a criminal background check. If an applicant has something to hide, will they be honest about where they've lived and traveled? If employers rely on the applicant's word, pertinent information may be missed from an undisclosed jurisdiction - endangering current employees, the public and leaving your company open to liability.
TRAC-To-Crim offers employers a solution. This simple service uses a TRAC Report (Name and Address Verification) to obtain an applicant's address history and then automatically requests the appropriate county court searches. Employers can customize this service by determining the number of years and county courts to search.
SSN Verification (TRAC Report by SSN)
Typical Turnaround Time: Instant
Star Systems conducts this search electronically direct with one of the three major credit bureaus. If the individual has applied for credit, there should be a record on file to help validate the social security number.
I-9 Verification
Typical Turnaround Time: 24-72 Hours, or up to 10 days if results are contested.
The I-9 Employment Eligibility product uses information provided by the employee on the I-9 form. Star Systems will submit a request to search the files of the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security to determine if the employee is eligible to work in the United States.
The product cannot be utilized during the pre-employment screening process. It is intended to be used within three days of the employee’s initial hire date.
Credit Check
Typical Turnaround Time: Instant
Star Systems conducts this search electronically direct with one of the three major credit bureaus. A credit report will provide an applicant's debt load, payment history and any public record information (liens, judgments, bankruptcies) – information that should be assessed to determine their level of financial responsibility and potential motivation for misuse of funds.
Motor Vehicle Report
Typical Turnaround Time: Instant - 24 Hours
This search provides a report on an individual’s driving history in a state. Motor vehicle records are obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles in each state. As the Federal government enforces the Driver’s Privacy Protection Act, each state mandates stringent access limitations to their MVR repositories. Our compliance department works diligently with each state to ensure we utilize correct methods of ordering MVR checks, which will keep Star Systems and our clients in compliance.
Verification Services (Education or Employer)
Typical Turnaround Time: 24-72 Hours
For an Education Verification, a research team member contacts the educational institution provided and confirms attendance dates and the degree/diploma received through the appropriate records office, typically the registrar.
For an Employment Verification, a research team member will contact the employer and make every effort to speak to a supervisor, or someone else in a responsible position that will share information about the applicant. When we are unable to obtain information directly from these sources, we will contact the Human Resources Department. While HR Departments may have the most precise records about a company’s former employees, they may not share much more information than dates of employment and job title.
Business/Personal Reference Checks
Typical Turnaround Time: 24-72 Hours
A research team member contacts each reference via telephone to conduct an interview based on your company’s standard questionnaire. The report indicates whether the reference was listed or developed, including name and address of contact, date and time contacted, relationship to the applicant, and last contact. References will also be contacted as appropriate, to verify periods of unemployment listed by the applicant, as well as those developed by us through the screening process.
Civil Records Search
Typical Turnaround Time:
Civil court searches offer employers the ability to search for filings in both upper and lower level courts, or research cases on individuals and business entities.
Records available at the county level will vary by the monetary amount involved. Information provided by the courts may include plaintiff, defendant, cause of action (if available), disposition or current status and date searched.
OIG (Office of Inspector General) Search
Typical Turnaround Time: Instant
The Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General maintains a list of sanctioned individuals. Most OIG sanction reports pertain to individuals, such as a specific practitioner. While this list is also included in FACIS, it can also be searched independently. OIG sanction searches can also be submitted at intervals via batch upload for ongoing compliance.
GSA Excluded Parties Search
Typical Turnaround Time: Instant
The United States General Services Administration (GSA) oversees contracts with the federal government. The GSA maintains a list of parties excluded from doing business with the federal government, including healthcare programs receiving federal funding or reimbursement. Most GSA excluded parties are vendors or corporations, but some may be individuals with their own businesses. While this list is included in FACIS, it can also be searched independently.
Workers' Compensation Search
Typical Turnaround Time: 24-72 Hours
Workers Compensation Insurance is increasing. Much of that increase is due to fraud and deception on behalf of workers who would rather get paid to not work. Star Systems gives you the tools you need to weed out fraud before it ever hits your payroll. After a conditional offer of employment has been made, many states allow you to screen applicants for workers' compensation claim histories.
Note: It is very important to not discriminate against a worker solely because of a previous injury. If you have any questions, please consult a labor attorney.
International Background Investigations
Star Systems has multiple correspondent networks for the foreign handling of background investigations, as well as the ability to handle certain items directly from our Employment Centers. Our correspondent network provides us with accurate information in a timely manner, however this can be affected by the political climate of a country, catastrophic weather conditions, as well as variety of other barriers.
Background investigations are not inclusive of all foreign countries, only those where Star Systems has had extensive experience and where we have established quality vendor relationships. We continue to add capability overseas, as clients require broader coverage.
In the United States, the information we are able to obtain to fulfill background investigation requests differs greatly from foreign countries. Seldom have we found the information that we can obtain abroad to be the same as in the states. Each region is different as well, and each has varying laws and restrictions impacting the ability to produce International Background Investigations. All International Background Investigations are conducted in compliance with Data Protection Laws and the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Extensive discussion is required to obtain customer specific criteria as it relates to international corporate presence in each country.
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County, State and FederalRecordsNational Criminal Database RecordsTRAC-To-Crim SearchesEmployment Verifications
Education Verifications
Credential / Professional License Verifications
Credit Checks
Social Security Verifications
I-9 Verifications
Name and Address Verifications
Motor Vehicle Driving History Records
Sex Offender Registry Searches
Terrorist WatchList Searches
Workers Compensation Searches
International Background Investigations
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