Know what a background check is NOT

Please note that the individual searches listed below do not constitute a comprehensive background check on their own.

• SSN Verification & Address History

• "National Criminal Database" (no such database exists)

• Sex Offender Registries

• Court Searches

• Motor Vehicle Records

• Watchlist & Compliance Screening

• Employment Verifications

• Education Degree Verifications

• Drug Testing

  
  

These are individual searches often marketed as "background checks," but they represent only specific elements of a thorough background check. Moneta offers comprehensive background checks, which encompass many—if not most—of these searches, along with additional investigative measures.

Opting for a single, inexpensive search may yield some useful information; however, it should not be confused with a complete background check. The reason is that doing so could expose your company to compliance risks.

Understanding this distinction can assist you in selecting the level of screening appropriate for the risk associated with your hiring or business decision.