Criminal record searches typically take between 24 and 48 hours to report. However, a number of factors can affect the length of time a search takes including:

• Discrepancies between an applicant’s identifiers and court records
• Incomplete or illegible applicant information
• Lack of identifiers like date of birth or Social Security Number
• Common applicant names
• Court holidays
• Multiple records for the same applicant

Fast turnaround times are a high priority at Corporate Screening. We know you need quick answers because you need to make quick hiring decisions. That’s why we provide quick background check results that don’t compromise on quality.

We provide our clients with constant background check updates and access to our system 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If there are delays beyond our control, our clients are the first to know about it. We’ll send an email and update our blog if courts close due to weather or an unexpected emergency. We’ll also warn of upcoming delays in our newsletter updates.

Request information about Corporate Screening background checks and find out for yourself how Corporate Screening’s turnaround times can fit into your hiring process.

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