Saturday, July 27, 2013

Looking For Free Florida Arrest Records Online

By Claire Dowell


The criminal history of certain people or the number and type of arrests and other information for the month or so can be found in the Florida arrest records. These records contain criminal history information for the public. However, confidential information is only available for specific agencies.

The records are usually kept by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). You may be able to obtain other information such as expunged criminal history and juvenile criminal history. For juvenile criminal history records, they are available only if the individual was caught with an offense that is considered as a felony if he was an adult. There may be records in the FDLE that can't be found in NBI.

Many people obtain the records for various purposes. You can get your own record as a personal reference. When applying for a job, a clean record will be a big help in getting hired. You don't need to be arrested to get a record, a clean slate or certificate or record can be given to boost your chances of obtaining employment. Getting license may also require the records. If you're planning to get a license to own a concealed weapon, you need to submit said records. Visa and passport application also requires a copy of your record. Companies may also request the information of your criminal record (if any) through background checks. Level one checks will give out your name if you have been arrested or not. An employment history record can also be obtained by companies. Level two checks on the other hand will require fingerprints and they're used for higher security clearances.

You can easily get your own records from the Florida department of law enforcement. Just bring a valid ID and the required fees to request your records. Background checks depend on the type. Level 1 checks will just need your full name and other important details such as height, age etc. Level two background check will require fingerprints to be checked in the database.

The costs of getting the records may also vary. The standard check may cost $8 state fee and $16.50 federal fee or a total of $24.50. If the records will be needed for gun license or employment as security guards, the costs may reach up to $31.50. Other purposes such as employment as doctor, nursing home employee and more will cost up to $40.50. A volunteer and employee criminal history system (VECHS) will also have different fees. For employees it will cost a total of $40.50. For volunteers, about $33.50. Rechecking or looking up the record again will cost the same amount as if it were the first time you looked for the record. Usually specific individuals are required to be checked every now and then.

The state of Florida usually updates police arrest records daily. This means that the record you obtain may need to be updated by the next day. In order to avoid such a situation you need to do an online search first. Some sites help you get information for a small sum compared to wasting money going to the FDLE and paying for an outdated record.




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