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Verification catalogueCriminal record checks, run in the right jurisdiction
Search criminal records according to the applicable jurisdiction, with the right check level for the role and digital consent built in.
What's checked
- UK basic DBS check (unspent convictions)
- Role-appropriate standard or enhanced checks where eligible
- International criminal record searches by jurisdiction
- Digital candidate consent, captured and stored
What you get
- Official certificate or result, attached to the report
- Status tracking while the authority processes
- Consent records and lawful-basis documentation
- Flags routed for adjudication, not auto-rejection
Turnaround
Basic UK checks typically return in a few days; timing varies by jurisdiction and check level.
Why it matters
Criminal record checking is regulated: the level of check must match the role. HireCheck guides the eligible level and manages consent, so you stay compliant while candidates stay informed.
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