--- title: Gain More Value From Criminal Checks description: Enhance your hiring process with faster, more accurate criminal background checks. Partner with us for tech-enabled solutions and expert guidance. --- [![Sterling Logo](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/CORP%20(Corporate_Marketing)/Logo/Sterling-FA-Endorsed-Lrg-RGB-420x143.png)](https://www.sterlingcheck.com/) [![Back arrow icon](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Digital%20Marketing/assets/back-arrow.png) Back to previous page](https://www.sterlingcheck.com/services/criminal-background-checks/) # Gain More Value From Criminal Checks ## Hire confidently with faster, more accurate checks. Fast, thorough background checks make effective recruiting easier. Our tech-enabled criminal checks help you quickly hire the right people for the job, and also help you achieve a more resilient, diversified workforce. [Get Started](https://offers.fadv.com/en-us/gain-more-value-from-criminal-checks#get-started) ![Sterling Logo](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1319189527.jpg) ## Criminal Checks That Deliver - 0 % more criminal records may be found when checks start with digital Identity Verification. - 0 % of our criminal searches are delivered in the first day via tech-enabled processes. - 0 % of our US criminal searches are completed automatically, reducing potential for errors. Sterling Corporate Stats, 2023 ## Discover Better Criminal Checks ## County Court Record Search County Court Record Searches are available in 3,200+ counties in the US and its territories. They identify potential criminal history such as felony convictions, misdemeanor convictions, and pending cases in the jurisdictions provided by the candidate or identified based on Social Security Trace or other locator services (e.g., where they have lived, worked, or attended school) within the past seven years at minimum. ## National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) Search Sterling searches through the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW), which includes registered sex offenders in 49 States, US territories, the District of Columbia, and participating Indigenous tribes. Please note that reporting in Nevada is not permitted. ## State Search A State Search is a search of a state’s repository or state police records for a criminal background. It can provide an alternative source for criminal record information in a state. ## Federal Court Search The Federal Court Search identifies federal crimes prosecuted in the federal district courts and include convictions and pending cases for charges such as international/inter-state drug trafficking, kidnapping, and other federal-level crimes. Sterling can obtain federal records from all district courts throughout the US and related territories. ## Global Criminal Search The Global Criminal Search locates records in countries and/or territories based on the candidate's self-disclosed address history, excluding US and Canadian sources, and may include various levels of courts, police records, or other sources of information. Records are reported in accordance with regional and local laws and regulations, as well as other restrictions that may be imposed by the source. Major coverage areas include Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and Asia Pacific (APAC). [**Learn more**](https://www.sterlingcheck.com/services/global-checks/?utm_campaign=ST_AMER_US_2024_Q4_Criminal%20Checks_SOL_TSK-8656&utm_source=Digital_Solution_Sheet&utm_medium=Landing_page&utm_content=global_crim_search) ## Canadian Criminal Record Checks Canadian Criminal Record Checks provide a thorough check of the relevant police information, revealing criminal convictions that have not been pardoned. There are multiple types of Canadian Criminal Record Check searches available depending on the preferred method of ID verification and the job requirements. Sterling offers a name-based National Criminal Record Check of the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) Criminal Names Index as a best practice in Canada.  ## The Identity Verification + Criminal Search Advantage Verifying candidate data before you screen helps confirm the accuracy of details provided for the search, uncovering up to 45% more criminal records. [**Learn more**](https://www.sterlingcheck.com/services/identity-verification/?utm_campaign=ST_AMER_US_2024_Q4_Criminal%20Checks_SOL_TSK-8656&utm_source=Digital_Solution_Sheet&utm_medium=Landing_page) ![ID-01](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/ID-01.png) Step 1: Identity Verification Confirms the accuracy of details provided for the search, reduces delays due to misinformation, and streamlines the candidate experience.   ![ID-06 - not blurry](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/ID-06%20-%20not%20blurry.png) Step 2: Criminal Check Conducted with verified data and accelerated using CourtDirect™ and SmartData automated processes, discovered records are quickly matched to the candidate and checked if they are reportable. ![Mobile-Crim-Jack](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/Mobile-Crim-Jack.png) Step 3: Finalized Report Faster, more accurate results are delivered to the Client Hub for your review and consideration in the hiring process. ## How We're Different Tech-Enabled Achieve a more informed, responsive background check program by partnering with an industry leader focused on innovation. Robust Service Offering Optimize your program to align with your unique screening requirements using one of the most extensive suites of background check service offerings available. Proven Expertise Get best practice recommendations for your specific business requirements by connecting with our internal industry experts. ![ST_AMER_CA_6 ways a screeing provider_cover](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/CA%20(Canada)/Image/ST_AMER_CA_6%20ways%20a%20screeing%20provider_cover.png) ## Partner with Proven Expertise You need a background check partner who thoroughly understands your specific business and compliance needs. Let our industry experts and global compliance team help you stay up-to-date and navigate the complexities of performing background checks. Check out these valuable resources: - [6 Ways a Screening Provider Can Help You Achieve Your Hiring Goals](https://offers.sterlingcheck.com/en-us/6-ways-a-screening-provider-can-help-you-achieve-your-hiring-goals?%2F%3Futm_campaign=ST_AMER_US_2024_Q4_Criminal+Checks_SOL_TSK-8656&utm_source=Digital_Solution_Sheet&utm_medium=Landing_page&hsLang=en-us) - [Adverse Action Checklist](https://offers.sterlingcheck.com/your-adverse-action-checklist-getting-it-right/?utm_campaign=ST_AMER_US_2024_Q4_Criminal%20Checks_SOL_TSK-8656&utm_source=Digital_Solution_Sheet&utm_medium=Landing_page&hsLang=en-us) - [Must-Knows to Manage Background Check Compliance](https://offers.fadv.com/manage-background-check-compliance?hsLang=en-us) [**More Resources**](https://www.sterlingcheck.com/resources/downloads/page/1/?utm_campaign=ST_AMER_US_2024_Q4_Criminal%20Checks_SOL_TSK-8656&utm_source=Digital_Solution_Sheet&utm_medium=Landing_page&utm_content=more_resources) ## Get Started Today Rethinking your employment background check program, or need better criminal background checks to inform your hiring? Click the option that best describes you. **Are you a job candidate?** [Click here](https://www.sterlingcheck.com/candidates/) [I am a CLIENT interested in this service. Get Started](https://www.sterlingcheck.com/contact/client-form/?utm_campaign=ST_AMER_US_2024_Q4_Criminal%20Checks_SOL_TSK-8656&utm_source=Digital_Solution_Sheet&utm_medium=Landing_page&utm_content=contact-us_client) [I am a POTENTIAL CLIENT interested in this service. Get Started](https://www.sterlingcheck.com/contact/potential-client-form/?utm_campaign=ST_AMER_US_2024_Q4_Criminal%20Checks_SOL_TSK-8656&utm_source=Digital_Solution_Sheet&utm_medium=Landing_page&utm_content=contact-us_potential_client) About Sterling, a First Advantage company First Advantage (NASDAQ: FA) is a leading provider of employment background screening, identity, and verification solutions. Enabled by its proprietary technology, First Advantage delivers innovative services and insights that help customers mitigate risk and hire the best talent: employees, contractors, contingent workers, tenants, and drivers. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, First Advantage performs screens in over 200 countries and territories. For more information about how to hire smarter and onboard faster with First Advantage, visit the Company’s website at [https://fadv.com/](https://fadv.com/).     Copyright 2025 Sterling, a First Advantage company ![PBSA-Logo-Grayscale](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/PBSA-Logo-Grayscale.png)