Law Enforcement Background Investigation Checklist
Law Enforcement Background Investigation Checklist
General Items
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws regarding background investigations
- Document all findings and maintain confidentiality
- Prepare a summary report of the investigation results
Personal Information Verification
- Verify full name, including aliases
- Confirm date of birth
- Check social security number
- Obtain and verify address history
- Review citizenship status
- Check for military service and discharge status
Criminal History Check
- Conduct national criminal background check
- Check state and local criminal records
- Review arrest records and dispositions
- Look for any outstanding warrants
- Investigate any history of domestic violence
Employment History Verification
- Obtain a complete employment history for the last 10 years
- Contact previous employers for references
- Verify job titles and dates of employment
- Check for any gaps in employment
- Investigate reasons for leaving past jobs
Education Verification
- Verify high school diploma or equivalent
- Check college degrees and transcripts
- Contact educational institutions for verification
- Look for any discrepancies in claimed education
Financial Background Check
- Review credit history and score
- Check for bankruptcies or liens
- Investigate financial stability and debts
- Look for any history of financial misconduct
Character References
- Collect personal references from the candidate
- Contact references for interviews
- Assess character and integrity of the candidate
- Look for any patterns in references' feedback
Social Media and Online Presence Review
- Review public social media profiles
- Check for any inappropriate content or behavior
- Investigate online activities and affiliations
- Look for any red flags in online presence
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