Virginia Public Records

Public records in Virginia hold secrets you need to know

For businesses in Virginia, or companies doing business in Virginia, information from court records can provide background on potential employees or on business partners. Criminal backgrounds or disciplinary action can be uncovered during a check of public records.

In the aftermath of such an investigation, companies can prevent on-the-job problems or disastrous business alliances. Particularly if your business is in the sensitive position of dealing with children or the elderly, checking Virginia public records is the wise course of action.

Check Virginia public court records for the following information:

1. Divorce records and alimony payments;
2. Convictions;
3. Lawsuits;
4. Corporate information;
5. Disciplinary actions.

Contact local agencies regarding Virginia public records

If the potential employee's address is known, when it comes to public records, Virginia clerks or courts at the local level can provide information regarding Virginia criminal records, births, marriages and divorces. This information will be the most up-to-date available.

Consult an online service for public records in Virginia

To access Virginia public records, online services can save much time in uncovering information and are usually quicker and easier than contacting the courts. The fee is usually worth the investment. The down side is that not all online services are equal in terms of actual information provided, and those advertising "Virginia free public records" frequently are not free.

Check on professional connections

Regarding public records, Virginia background checks on companies or professionals with whom you plan to do business can turn up interesting information. For corporations, you can find background information, tax liens and financing statements, as well as Virginia bankruptcy records. For professionals, you can uncover complaint histories and disciplinary actions through public records in Virginia.

• Develop a plan for personnel issues ahead of time if information is uncovered during a Virginia state public records search that will affect employment.

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