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There are many background checks in our industry. The most common background check begins with the verification of a persons social security number in combination with a criminal record search. The most common criminal record check begins at the county court house. Criminal records at the county courts are public record and most background screening companies will search for criminal records at the county courts where ever a person has lived for the last 7 years. Other commonly used tools to screen people are sex offender databases, drug testing and driving records. Many employers in today's economy don't have the man power to verify information found on resumes and applications so it is a growing trend to outsource the verification of employment and education. Lastly the federal government has required companies to verify if a person can work in the United States through the E-verify program. This is another tool to screen employees.

You can ask for those written recommendations however I don't find that many employees have or keep on file written recommendations from previous employers.

Is it possible to use these background checking services for "personal" purposes? Such as requests to do a background check on a potential son-in-laws or daughter in-law?

What are the trends in this industry? Increasingly are more companies seeking these types of services?

Jim, How does the Fair Credit Reporting Act fit in with background checks?

Thank you Jim for taking the time today to share your industry expertise with the Community. Members if you'd like more information about background screening services, you can learn more visiting Axciom's website at http://www.acxiom.com