A county criminal background check for most states is only $24.95 per search. (Note: some prices may be higher due to higher court costs.)

This is a search for county level or misdemeanor and felony criminal records. These County Courthouse searches are conducted manually by a local county researcher. Through our extensive network of researchers, we can search criminal records for most U.S. counties.

Results are typically delivered in 2-7 business days. However, due to COVID-19, there have been delays.

Some states do not provide statewide criminal records searches, or are limited to felony or state-level misdemeanor convictions. Some counties may not submit records to a particular statewide database. And, county courthouse searches are considered to be the most accurate type of criminal background check available.

If you need a nationwide background check, we offer several national background check choices. These include our online instant national background check, which will provide search results within seconds. Our NationwidePlus includes the nationwide background check database, a federal background check and a Social Security verification.