If you were to run a background check on yourself, do you know what it would say? Do you know what kind of information would be listed and how it would affect both your personal and professional life? Continue reading to learn what basic background scans reveal about a person, how it can influence work and social affairs, and most importantly, what you can do if your criminal history needs some improvement.
The Consequences of a Criminal Record
If your criminal history report is not something you are proud of, it is likely holding you back from a more promising future with better opportunities. Everything from dating and community inclusion, to housing rentals, loans, school admissions, employment, professional licensing, and more, can be negatively affected if you have a criminal record. Let’s say you are preparing to enter the dating world, but you have a felony on your criminal record for domestic violence.
If a potential date decides to run a background scan on you, it could push quality dating partners away. In another example, a poor criminal record can prompt an employer to demote or fire you, or pass you up on a well-deserved promotion. When it comes to renting an apartment, getting a loan, moving into a new neighborhood, or joining a new community, a poor criminal record can have negative ripples just as easily as it can in the other, above-mentioned examples.
Basic Background Scans
There are several ways a person can look up your criminal record. Most basic scans are free and open to the public, while more in-depth scans are not free. Employers and professional authorities are the common parties that use detailed background scans. As for the general public, anyone can run a basic scan for free, or choose more detailed options for a small fee.
Basic background checks generally reveal the following information:
➤ Full Legal Name
➤ Age/Date of Birth
➤ Residence
➤ Marital Status
➤ Arrest Records
➤ Driving Records
➤ Employment History
➤ Credit Report
Want to know what your personal record says? See our blog, “How to Do a Background Check” to learn how. To best gauge the integrity of background check websites, read customer reviews or look for professional associations and certifications. You may also use your city’s government webpage for background scanning and more. For Indianapolis, call the Indianapolis Police Department at 317-327-3153 for limited criminal history records and inquiries.
How to Clean Up Your Criminal Records in Indiana
Call our legal office at 317-636-7514 to learn your eligibility for criminal record expungement in Indiana. We are eager to help you get the fresh start in life that you deserve! Our services start as low as $850, so you can afford to clean up your record just as much as the next guy. Call 317-636-7514 to schedule a consultation, today.
