How long does a background check take?

A background check will typically take between 2-5 business days. Sometimes they can take less time but sometimes they can take longer, depending on the type of check. Here are the most common reasons for background check delays:

• A county on the County Criminal Record Check requires a clerk to search for physical records.
• There are delays at county courts due to court staffing and backlog challenges, such as seasonal hiring spikes or COVID-19.
• Additional research is required to ensure potential records are a match to the candidate.
• An exception has occurred and the candidate has not responded to the request for additional information.

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