What could make me fail the background check?

Modified on Tue, Jul 16 at 9:29 PM

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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