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What is included in a County Criminal
Records Search?
When available, records can be searched
either by accessing free public records online via the record holders database
or by requesting a copy from the agency holding the record - usually for a small
fee.
Or, you can
check out someone's criminal background online right now using our
connections to a worldwide network of databases.
County criminal record searches in the USA are
available for all counties in the 50 states. These searches are the most
comprehensive and accurate.
County criminal record searches are conducted on premise using more of the
subjects personal information than just simply entering a name into a computer
database. The US court system is structured by states and counties. There are
over 3100 counties in the US. Onsite court searches give you the ability to
check any county in the US for criminal records. Results may include filing
date, case number, charges and sentence. Covers a 7 year history, felony and
misdemeanor. These searches are generally conducted manually and on-site and
give you the opportunity to get detailed records including state police arrest
records, suspended sentences, dismissals, probation, incarceration records
and those involved in pre-trial intervention.
This superb search in combination with national, county databases and hand
searches, is included in our n our
Criminal Records Search which tracks down all available criminal records.
What is the difference between a Database Criminal search, and an
On Premise County Courthouse search? The On Premise County Courthouse search
offers more detailed information, which is as current as can be obtained because
the information is retrieved from the source, however it takes more time to
conduct the search and the search is limited to a single county. Database
Criminal Search searches several sources to quickly check for any criminal
related records, which match your search subject. The disadvantage of database
searches is that the records retrieved are often less detailed and not as
current as for on premise County Searches. In other words if you want accuracy
then choose the On premise county search and if you want a general search then
choose the Database search. Note: Please keep in mind that records vary by state
and different states/provinces provide different information.
What do Criminal Records searched by County Include?
The criminal record is a report obtained from county courthouses listing all
criminal offenses committed by an individual during a given period of time.
Offenses which are found on the criminal record fall into the following three
categories:
(1) Traffic Offenses: Normally, the only traffic offenses
that show on a criminal record would be serious offenses such as "driving under
the influence" or "hit and run" violations.
(2) Misdemeanors: Usually considered a less serious or minor offense, the
misdemeanor is a crime punishable by incarceration, typically in a local
confinement facility. The maximum incarceration period is usually limited to one
year or less. (A few states classify a misdemeanor as an offense carrying a
sentence of two or even five years)
(3) Felonies: These offenses are considered more serious than the previous
two categories. Typically, a felony carries a penalty of incarceration from one
year to life in a state prison, to the death penalty.
(It should be noted that different states classify crimes differently. One
states misdemeanor may be another state's felony. Civil cases, such as lawsuits
between individuals or corporations and bankruptcies, are not included on the
criminal record.) The countywide search we offer can search all 3000+ U.S.
counties, including the District of Columbia, going back as far as 7 years. You
need to choose one county per search. Reports are obtained from the courthouse
of each county. The type and length of the search varies by county. Some offer
both felony and misdemeanor violations while others off only felony. Some
counties hold their records from the beginning of time while others only retain
several years worth of records. The type of search and the number of years
checked are noted on the criminal records report when you receive it.
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