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Industry Updates. Best Practices.

Practical guidance for employers, staffing firms, and HR professionals managing background screening and compliance.

Criminal Records

What is a National Criminal Database Search?

What employers should know about national criminal database searches and their limitations.

Drug Testing

DOT vs. Non-DOT Drug Tests

Key differences employers should understand before ordering drug screening services.

Background Checks

What is an SSN Trace?

How SSN Traces work, what they reveal, and why they are important in background screening.

Criminal Records

County vs. Federal Criminal Searches

What each search covers and why they are not interchangeable.

Background Checks

How Long Do Background Checks Take?

Factors that impact turnaround times and what employers can do to keep screenings moving.

Compliance

What is Ban the Box?

What employers need to know about Ban the Box and Fair Chance Hiring laws.

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These articles are provided for general informational purposes only and are not intended as legal advice.
Employers should consult qualified legal counsel regarding their specific compliance obligations under
the FCRA and applicable state or local laws.

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