Q: What is an instant criminal search?
A: A search that relies on databases that, depending on the source, are compiled from county and state police agencies. For example, Texas has several counties that offer their criminal information for database compiling. Likewise, the State of Texas collects information from all the counties and offers a statewide database. Companies like ours Criminal123.com can buy the data and offer it to consumers.

It is important to note, however, the data by nature is not current, there is always a lag between when a suspect is charged or a ruling on a case has been concluded and when the data is actually reported for data collection. This varies state to state, with most states being updated monthly.

Q: What information is included in a criminal record?   A: A criminal record will include the defendants name, alias names used, date of birth, case number, date of offense, date filed, charges, the parties involved, county and state of incident, description of offense,   the status of the case, disposition, disposition date, sentence, and or a description  of the individual including height, weight, eye color, race, and sex. Criminal records vary depending on the state being searched, and some information could be limited. The criminal records are not guaranteed in any way to contain all of the above information. Regulations, rules and filing practices vary in each jurisdiction, and as a result the information contained in a record from one state in the country could be limited from another. As sometimes a description is not available. As some states have pictures available for criminals, which you would receive, while others do not.  See sample report: Sample Report

Q: Are instant criminal searches accurate and do they give me all the information?  A: An instant search is only as accurate as the state or local agency reporting the data and how often it is updated by the reporting agency. Our databases are updated frequently some daily or monthly, or semi-annually. It is extremely important to make sure you know ahead of time how often a search is updated. We provide descriptions of each source and how often it is scheduled to be updated.

Q: Can I search by first or last name only? A: No, the database will not accept a search without at least the first name, and at least three letters of the last name.

Q: Do I have to include a date of birth for the search?   A: No, you can search by name only. Providing a date of birth will narrow the search. Common names may return several records. If the name is common we suggest searching with a date of birth, but it is not necessary.

Q: Can I receive my reports by e-mail? A: Yes, all requests are sent by e-mail automatically for your records and available instantly on-screen.

Q: Is it safe to order online and are your services Confidential ? A: Yes, we use 256bit encryption and we have a valid security certificate which can be seen at the bottom right of the web browser, and the "s" in the https://www.criminal123.com indicating the the site is safe and secure for all orders. All information is kept highly confidential and we do not sell, trade or transfer your info to any third parties.  Our website is 100% safe and secure.

Q: Do I need authorization to check criminal records and will the person know I requested the information? A: No authorization is not needed as criminal records are public information, available to anyone. No one is ever notified and know they will never no you obtained there record as its public information for anyone to view.

Q: Why should you conduct a criminal check for employment purposes? A: As an employer, you want to protect your business from theft and provide a safe workplace for your employees. We recommend a criminal records search for all your applicants. Use this information to identify applicants past history of any criminal activity.

Q: Once I received the report, how easy is it to understand the information provided? A: We have the most easy to read data available today. We use complex data translation operations to interpret data coming from our sources to ensure you understand all the information given. In addition, we provide a dictionary at your fingertips where you can easily find the answers to any questions regarding the information we provide.

Q: If no criminal record is found am I still charged? A: Yes, there is a fee for the search, to check and see whether or not there is a criminal record. We provided a service and have to charge for it whether or not records are found. As we don't get the criminal records for free and its very expensive to maintain the database and purchase the data.

Q: Do you offer on-line ordering? A: We offer a fully-functional on-line order and retrieval system that enables our clients to place orders and retrieve results through a secure web browser. The system is designed to help even the most inexperienced user to quickly order background reports. Our web-based ordering system provides partial reports; daily status updates and enables users to use a variety of methods (by name, SSN) to search through completed reports.

Q: I know there was an arrest but the search comes back no record found? A: If the subject was arrested but never convicted, or the charges dropped they have not been convicted of a criminal charge therefore they have no criminal record. Our results will show convictions for both felonies and misdemeanors.

Top reasons why no records where found.

Q: What credit cards types do you accept? A: We accept VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER and AMERICAN EXPRESS. You can make a purchase with a debit or credit card.

Q: Can I pay buy check or money order? Yes, select the search you want and go to our secure credit card form, fill it out with your contact info and search request. Then mail payment to: Criminal123 13957 Hall Rd, Ste 221 Utica, MI 48315. Once we receive your info we will run the search and email or mail you the results.

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