Subject to and in accordance with state and local law, some types of criminal convictions, such as murder, sexual assault, and terrorism-related offenses, will result in disqualification if they occurred at any time in your lifetime. Other disqualifying factors include:
- Felony or violent misdemeanor convictions in the last 7 years
- Being registered on the National Sex Offender Registry or DOJ 50-State Sex Offender Registry
- Being included on domestic or international government watch lists
- Driving-related convictions for hit-and-run, speeding 100+ mph, reckless driving, street racing, or speed contest
- DUI, DWI, or other drug-related driving violations in the last 7 years
- Major vehicle violations in the past 5 years
- Driving on a suspended, revoked, or invalid license or insurance in the past 3 years
- More than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years
- More than 2 accidents in the past 3 years
- More than 1 moving violation and 1 accident in the past 3 years
- More than 3 minor violations in the past 3 years (including accidents, traffic light violations, speeding, or moving violations)
- Infractions or violations if ages 18 to 21 years of age
- More than 1 cell phone or distracted driving violation in the past 3 years
If you have one of these instances on your record, it is suggested not to proceed with the background check or sign-up process until you meet the criteria mentioned above, as background check fees are non-refundable.
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