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A background check is a process a person or company uses to verify that an individual is who they claim to be, and this provides an opportunity to check and confirm the validity of someone's criminal record, education, employment history, and other activities from their past. The frequency, purpose, and legitimacy of background checks varies among countries, industries, and individuals. An employment background check typically takes place when someone applies for a job, but it can also happen at any time the employer deems necessary. A variety of methods are used to complete these checks including comprehensive database search and personal references.

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    SA Disclosure of Spent Conviction - Claim Against Damages?

    Hi, I recently applied for a National Criminal History check and the result was issued disclosing eligible spent convictions. Do I have any legal standing to claim damages against the company who issued the convictions and/or subsequently the SA Police who ultimately unlawfully disclosed detail...
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    WA National criminal history check

    Will a dui from 8 years ago or more show up on a national criminal history check for a government job?
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    QLD When Does a Spent Conviction Start?

    Hi all, When I was 18, I broke the law and was sentenced to good behaviour with a conviction recorded. At first I plead not guilty, however changed that to guilty in the supreme court under the guidance of my lawyer. This has been a constant pain on my life. I didn't have the best upbringing...
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    NSW Criminal Record - Apply to Get Conviction Spent?

    Changing career paths, I have just completed my certificate 3 in Aged Care and Disability Support. I suffer from bipolar and depression. I knew that I would have trouble in finding a job as I have a criminal record. I have a larceny and 12 dishonesty charges from 1 offence. 1 common assault both...
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    QLD Using an Online Criminal History Check?

    Is an online criminal history check OK to use in court in Queensland?
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    QLD Criminal Record - Applying for Government Job?

    Hi, I'm going to apply for a job with the QLD government Department of Environment and Heritage Protection. However, I'm a little confused about answering the criminal history section. As part of the application process applicants have to declare in writing any criminal history. Info provided...
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    VIC Will Spent Conviction Show on Criminal History Check?

    Hi. I recently submitted a f110 form to the magistrates court to have criminal convictions spent. The convictions are 17 years old and are on 'taking part in the production of a controlled substance'. I filled out the "apply for exemption" section. My question is, will the spent conviction show...
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    QLD No Conviction Recorded - Will it Appear on Criminal History Check?

    if I had no conviction recorded, would anything show up on an employment criminal history check?
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    NSW Assault Charge from 19 Years Ago on Criminal History Check - Options?

    Hi, I am living in Sydney and currently trying to find employment. I recently underwent a national crime check and had something from my past come up. From back in 1997, I have an "Assault with acts of Indecency T2". This incident was now 19 years ago, and although sounds bad, was actually...
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    NSW Will Infringement Notice for Larceny Show in Criminal History Check?

    Hi, Can you tell me if a criminal infringement notice for larceny will show up on a National Criminal History Record Check P799/P800 (name, date of birth and fingerprint check) with the NSW Police Force? Thanks