How often does a Security Clearance Card renew?

CrimShield Security Clearance Cards renew annually. At each subsequent anniversary CrimShield will alert you or your employer to update your security [...]

What records does a CrimShield background security clearance look for?

A CrimShield Investigator will perform an investigation that is nationwide in scope. If the investigative report is for employment purposes, the Fair Credit Reporting Act states CrimShield may provide an employer with conviction data for as far back as the conviction data is found, unless restricted by certain state specific laws and/or regulations. Non-conviction, adverse information over 7 [...]

Does CrimShield make hiring decisions?

In no way does CrimShield make any hiring decisions. We are asked to provide data that will assist the employer in reaching their own decision regarding employment. We have the right to refuse a Security Clearance Card but do not get involved in any employment decisions. If a company decides to only hire individuals that will qualify for our Security Clearance Card, the decision rests entirely [...]

What are the Criteria to qualify for a Security Clearance Card?

CrimShield has basic Criteria to qualify for a Security Clearance Card. This basic criteria is used to qualify individuals for a Criminal Clearance Card. To see our minimum basic criteria, click here. Companies can create custom Criteria based on their job and positions, but this custom Criteria must be more stringent than our basic Criteria. A company’s custom Criteria can also include [...]

What is a Security Clearance Card?

A Security Clearance Card starts with an in-depth Criminal Background Check performed by a licensed Private Investigator. Once the results are in, we measure the background results against detailed criteria. Our Investigators then certify an individual worthy to receive our Security Clearance Card. In situations where companies do not want to see a full background report or personal information, [...]