How Alias Names Hide Criminal Records

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If an applicant has multiple alias names or AKAs, there’s a possibility that criminal records could exist under any previous/other name an applicant might go by.

How Do Alias Names Happen?

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What are some common reasons for someone to have an alias name or AKA that they use instead of a birth name?

Ban-the-Box Hiring Policy Adopted by Harris County, Texas

The Fair Chance policy was adopted earlier this year by Harris County, Texas, which is the county that includes a significant percentage of Houston and is the sixth Texas city or county to embrace the “ban-the-box” approach.

What’s an identity if you can choose one

Reporting guidelines for public records, according to PBSA Accreditation, require a minimum of two identifiers. To turn the clears and get every record you care about, time is the enemy. The FCRA requires that:

Staying FCRA Compliant When Hiring

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Navigating the vast world of FCRA compliance can be overwhelming and confusing at times to say the least, not to mention the high stakes of noncompliance.

The 5 Types of Criminal Record Searches

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Are you currently running the best criminal record searches for your organization? What about the government-mandated requirements for your industry? Before you can answer these questions, you need to understand the different types of criminal record searches. 1. County County Criminal Search for current county of residence – Search for reportable felony and misdemeanor records […]

How Will Background Checks Change Post-Pandemic?

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The foundation of a successful company often lies with its employees. A good team makes an ever-better company which is why companies expend a ton of resources in making sure they hire the right people.

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