A background investigation often involves third party government fees that vary based on the jurisdiction, the type, and extent of the investigation.
These fees are imposed by government agencies, and other third parties, and cover the cost of accessing and retrieving specific information.
When conducting a background investigation, third party government fees come into play when accessing records such as criminal history, driving records, employment verification, credit history, or educational credentials.
For example, a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA) may need to pay a fee to the appropriate law enforcement agency or court to obtain the necessary records for a criminal background check. Similarly, accessing driving records may require fees paid to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Including third party government fees is important to address the pricing structure associated with background checks. Providing transparency and clarity regarding pricing fees sets certain CRAs apart from others that may not disclose the full price upfront.
By disclosing the complete pricing, CI ensures that prospects have a transparent view of the costs involved in their background investigations.
Criminal Fees
The criminal portion of a background investigation usually requires third party government fees, which vary based on the jurisdiction and specific county involved.
These fees are imposed by county or state government agencies to cover the costs of accessing and retrieving criminal records at the local level. Federal criminal database searches do not normally include third party government fees.
The fees associated with criminal background investigations can differ from one county to another, depending on the administrative processes and resources required for record retrieval.
By understanding and taking these fees into account, you can more accurately budget for the comprehensive criminal history information they are obtaining.
Verification Fees