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Background Check

Friday, August 27th, 2010

Background Check

After working with online background checks for over 2 years…one thing I’ve seen time and time again is that you cannot rely on what companies claim on their websites.

I have also learned that you cannot rely on review sites anymore either…because most of them only care about the background check with the highest payout.

I have received dozens of requests from online background check companies who hope to get a positive review and a place on the site. Problem is…their goal isn’t to help you…but to see how much of your money they can steal.

I am your eyes and ears in an industry that cares far less about you than they do about making sure you get what you need. Below you will discover the FEW services I have found that delivered accurate and comprehensive records the most consistently out of the hundreds of available background checks.

Mind you…I will not tell you they will find all the information you need. However, I will say with 100% confidence that you will not find more accurate service available to consumers online.

The best strategy you can use is to run a preliminary search at each one of these 4 services. You will be able to review preliminary results before having to select and pay for anything. Recent tests have shown me that all 4 of these companies are undoubtedly beefing up their search technology and getting better and more evenly matched.

    www.USSearch.com is the most well known…and respected…provider of criminal records search, background checks, people search, phone number search, property records search, and myriad other services.

    They have been indexing and providing comprehensive background checks since 1994. 7 million visitors pass through their website every month, and even with these huge numbers, their reputation in the online community is excellent. For example the BBB gives them an “A+”.

    If a choice had to be made between the 2 biggest services available today, USSearch or Intelius, USSearch would be the winner due to more complete records, good customer support and an extensive, positive track record.

    Use USSearch if you need current and thorough records. Negotiations with USSearch have lead to a 25% discount for background checks, criminal records, people search, etc. This company receives 5 out of 5 starts for quality and customer service. Start your search for as little as $1.95.

    www.Efindoutthetruth.com is owned and operated by two licensed detectives. They are a very well developed company and claim the title of “background check superstore”, because there is no background check request they don’t have a solution for.

    This company provides online background checks, criminal checks, court records, people search, phone number search, and even private investigations. They are also one of the few online services offering international background checks for consumers.

    eFindOutTheTruth had some very minor hiccups in their earlier years. Since than, their online reputation has been immaculate and they work very hard to keep it that way. Users have been extremely happy with the level of detail and personal attention.

    Background check prices are some of the lowest in the industry…yet the company delivers extremely accurate records. This company also gets 5 to of 5 stars for their quality and commitment to customer service.

    www.BackgroundChecks.com was launched in 1999, just prior to the major technology collapse. The company easily survived and boasts a strong business that serves individuals and Fortune 500 companies alike. They are a very well respected provider of background checks, people search, phone search, criminal checks and more.

    Their reputation online is impeccable, as they take consumer satisfaction very seriously. BackgroundChecks.com  offers a quality experience with customized solutions for almost every application imaginable.

    While prices aren’t the lowest, you may be rest assured you are receiving first class service.They offer a 10% first time user discount and 20% off a driving records report. Unlike many other online background check companies, they do not mislead you into thinking there are records available when there is nothing there.

    You will not be disappointed if using BackgroundChecks.com. They currently get 4.8 out of 5 stars. The reason for this is because there are some customized options offered by USSearch and eFindOutTheTruth that are currently not offered by BackgroundChecks.

    www.Intelius.com Intelius is an absolute behemoth provider of background checks to consumers and businesses alike. No background check list would be complete with them. They were founded in 2003 by the infamous Naveen Jain.

    In fact, they are one of the largest background check providers in the entire world. Intelius has indexed over 30 billion records and are for the most part an accurate and comprehensive service.

    I have conducted many test searches and they have done pretty well. However, currently I am on the fence about this company. While they deliver a decent product, the amount of negative publicity is absolutely mind boggling. I have spoken to managers and they assure me steps are being taken to rectify the many problems.

    Due to this negative publicity, I can’t wholeheartedly recommend Intelius with a good conscience. However, give them a try if you would like. There is a good chance you won’t be disappointed. Currently I can offer you a 30% discount on Intelius background checks. I currently rate Intelius at 4 out of 5 stars.

Thank you for taking the time to watch the video. I promise to deliver only background check services that I have a very good understanding of, and recommend to my own family and friends.

Sincerely,


Dave Jordan

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New York School Volunteer Facing Charges Was Exempt From a Background Check

Monday, July 26th, 2010

PORT JERVIS — Kerry “Kaz” Sauer, a stalwart of the wrestling community in the city and in the schools who is facing charges for allegedly soliciting sex from a minor, was not required to undergo a background check or be fingerprinted because he was never paid or approved by the school district.

His volunteer status exempted him from background checks under state law, according to state education officials. Sauer has a clean record, police said, and would not have set off any red flags.

Police continue to investigate Sauer, 47, who was ingrained in wrestling in the high school, city recreation department and Tri-State Wrestling Program. Police said no additional complaints have been made against him.
School officials said Sauer became involved in the schools though community wrestling programs. School policy states that an “application shall be filed by each prospective volunteer,” but officials said Sauer’s involvement pre-dates that policy.

Sauer was so strongly associated with the Port Jervis High School wrestling team that many in Port Jervis assumed he was a wrestling coach. This included the high school’s yearbook staff, which printed a picture of Sauer in the 2006 yearbook with the varsity wrestling team and identified him as “Coach Caz” in a caption.
When Sauer was arrested earlier this month for allegedly attempting to solicit sex from a 16-year-old boy online through Facebook, the school district released a statement calling Sauer a “supporter of the wrestling program in the Port Jervis community.”

District officials now say Sauer attended “varsity wrestling tournaments, practices, and clinics at the high school with the former coaching staff” but said his involvement tapered off in the 2009-2010 school year.
The district has seven non-paid coaches. School officials released a statement saying “only board-approved coaches and volunteers are authorized to coach athletic teams” in the schools.

There has been a public relations push for volunteers in schools in the last few years, and school districts have had to contend with the issue of vetting volunteers. “It’s not as easy, or seemingly safe, as it used to be,” said Sullivan West Superintendent Ken Hilton in reference to volunteers.

Hilton said Sullivan West performs background checks and takes fingerprints of volunteers who spend a certain number of hours with students, and for all volunteer coaches.

“We’re not living in ‘Lassie’ land anymore,” Hilton said. “And we have to be careful and cautious.”

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Nationwide Background Check Program for Youth Organizations Extended

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

Legislation to extend a pilot program that allows youth-serving organizations to obtain criminal background checks on volunteers and employees was passed by the House Thursday.

The bill, passed by 413-4, directs the Justice Department to coordinate with states to streamline the process for organizations that work with children. It builds on a successful pilot program created under a 2003 law, paving the way to make the program permanent.

According to bill sponsor Adam B. Schiff , D-Calif., more than 89,000 FBI fingerprint checks have been conducted under the pilot program and 6.1 percent of potential volunteers were found to have criminal records of concern. More than 40 percent of those individuals had criminal records in states other than where they were applying to volunteer — “meaning that only a nationwide check would have caught the criminal records,” Schiff said during floor debate on the measure earlier in the week.

Under the measure, non-profit organizations would pay not more $25 and a fee charged by the FBI for a nationwide background check. State and nationwide background check requests would have to be met within 10 business days.
Supporters from both parties emphasized the program’s proven success. The pilot program has “demonstrated that background checks for nonprofits working with children can be conducted quickly, affordably, and accurately,” Schiff said.

House Judiciary Crime Subcommittee Chairman Robert C. Scott , D-Va., added, “This is a non-controversial, fee-based program that has successfully provided invaluable information to mentoring organizations at no cost to the taxpayers. It makes sense now to make the program permanent.”

The bill has the support of a variety of national youth-serving organizations, including Boys and Girls Clubs of America and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Personally, I think this bill is a great idea.

However, it does illustrate a point I have repeatedly made. That is…nationwide background checks are not only a good idea, but practically required in order to get the complete sordid past of a person.

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Chicago Gun Ordinance May Be a Direct Violation of 2nd Amendment Rights

Monday, July 12th, 2010

CHICAGO – A new gun ordinance in Chicago that is being touted as the strictest of its kind in the entire United

The ordinance permits residents to have only one working gun at a time in their homes and prohibits them from stepping outside…even onto their porches or in their garages…with a handgun. You think this will make folks angry?

Following the lead of Washington, D.C., which enacted a strict ordinance after the Supreme Court struck down its gun ban two years ago, Chicago also requires prospective gun owners to take a class and receive firearms training.

Chicago’s ordinance also bans gun shops from setting up shop in the city and bars anyone convicted of a violent crime, domestic violence or two or more convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs from owning a handgun. Basically, you will be under the scrutiny of some pretty serious background check procedures.

However, Chicago is allowing for a 90-day grace period in which residents who owned handguns illegally during the ban can register them without penalty.

Chicago’s ordinance was widely criticized by gun rights advocates, who have said the city is simply trying to make it as difficult as it can for people to own guns and putting up unconstitutional roadblocks in their way. They promised lawsuits and last week, even before the ordinance went into effect, at least two lawsuits were filed challenging the constitutionality of the ordinance.

City officials have said they believe the lawsuit is constitutional and that the Supreme Court specifically ruled that local jurisdictions have the right to impose reasonable regulations and restrictions.

Personally, I see this type of legislation as a direct attack on my right to bear arms, and is just paving the way for increased control. Some time ago I wrote about gun legislation in Arizona that would allow guns in establishments that serve alcohol. While I also didn’t agree with that, I think that these types of legislation on opposite extremes of gun control help ensure there is indeed middle ground left.

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Background Checks For Babysitters: New Jersey Providing This Week’s Example

Tuesday, June 1st, 2010

New Jersey once again reminds us why it’s a good idea to investigate exactly who it is that you entrust your children to. “Sloshed to the gills” as the article from newjerseynewsroom put it, should never describe a babysitter pushing a baby in a stroller, especially at 10:00 AM.

That is the time of day police in South Amboy New Jersey say they spotted Peder stumbling across a lawn and almost tripping over a curb as she pushed a baby carriage. Officers knew she had an outstanding warrant and went to question her and see if the baby was OK. Providing a false name was good for an arrest and a hindering charge.

Parents concerned about whom they are entrusting their children to will find a background check to be a helpful resource in weeding out the potheads and other questionable characters. With access to background checks a very easy matter, there is really no excuse for skipping this important step.

Peder pleaded guilty to child endangerment at her hearing in February, but failed to show for her sentencing in April of this year. When the incident occurred in November of 2009, police found an abundance of evidence of drug abuse in Peder’s personal possessions, including six hypodermic needles, prescription pain killer, and a straw with white powder.

One could say that is a lot of red flags that the parents missed. Or one could make sure not to get caught napping. People often say they don’t know where to start doing a background check, or they think it’s too expensive, or the sheer abundance of sites claiming to offer the best or even free services leaves them bewildered and leery. Answers, and discounts from the few no-bs services are right here at BestBackgroundCheck.org..

The full story is available at:

Police searching for Brooke Peder — babysitter who disappeared after child …
newjerseynewsroom.com
A South Amboy woman charged with child endangerment in November after police say she took a baby girl she was babysitting for stroll in it’s carriage while

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