How to Obtain Criminal History Information
- 1). Obtain the full name of the person requiring the criminal history information. Make sure the spelling is correct and you have the first and last name. Also, determine the date of birth and state where the person lives.
- 2). Visit an online site, such as Criminal Searches, to obtain a free criminal history report. You can use other sites as well, such as U.S. Search or Intelius, which require a fee for the service.
- 3). Type the last and first name of the individual in box provided on the top line. Pick the state where he is located from the drop-down menu and highlight it. Click the "Search" button.
- 4). Review the information on the screen regarding the list of people. Click "View Details" beside the name that matches your search. If there is no criminal history available, the screen will state zero records found.
- 5). Read the guide showing the symbols and providing their meanings. Use the guide and determine the type of offense. For further information regarding the name search, view the right side panel and click on the name. This takes you to another site where you can search for criminal history information.
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