Department of Corrections

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is a government agency that is responsible for overseeing the incarceration of individuals who have been convicted of crimes.

The DOC maintains a database of information about individuals who are incarcerated, including their name, inmate number, date of birth, charges, and sentence.

You can utilize a DOC search as part of your pre-employment background investigation process to help make informed hiring decisions.

A DOC search can help you identify individuals who have a history of violence or other criminal activity, who may pose a risk to the safety of employees and any vulnerable populations.

It is important to work with a reputable background screening company that can help you to understand the laws and regulations that apply to your industry, and that can provide you with accurate and reliable information.

Partnering with a professional can reduce your liability when conducting these searches, by ensuring your internal hiring team does not see any federally protected information.

Other factors to should consider include criminal history, credit reports, and verifications. By conducting a thorough background investigation, you can make informed hiring decisions and protect your businesses from liability.

An affirmative hit from the state's Department of Corrections is accompanied by a full explanation of the charges, any relevant hearings and trials leading up to the sentence, parole if granted, and the dates and duration of the time served.

Not all states have inmate data available, and some states only have current inmate data available.