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We take a helpful guide approach to the Clarifacts Industry Insights blog, answering questions we often get from HR professionals. Here you will find in-depth articles on criminal records to help navigate everything from federal crimes to misdemeanors. And we also offer practical tips for things like screening volunteers and employment verifications.
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Misdemeanors Matter
Three reasons why you shouldn’t overlook misdemeanor criminal records on an employee’s background check You get the criminal record report …
A Helpful HR Guide to Federal Criminal Records
Understanding Federal Crimes and Criminal Records Don’t make a federal case out of it! This plea was often thrown out …
Three Lies Job Applicants Tell about Criminal Records
For most people, answering the question, “Have you ever been convicted of a crime?” is no cause for anxiety. But …
What’s in a Name? Criminal Record Searches and Aliases/AKAs
“Allow me to introduce myself. I’m Robert Baker, but you can call me Bob…or Rob Baker… or Rob Wilson-Baker… or …
4 Building Blocks to a Comprehensive Employment Criminal Background Check
Just jump on the computer, punch in the applicant’s personal information and get a nice, neat report of any criminal …
Conducting a Social Security Trace – The First Step in a Comprehensive Background Check
A social security trace is an essential part of any comprehensive background check as it provides critical information on an …
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