Criminal History Checks

Sources and information on obtaining Australian criminal records checks.

Did you know? In the US, a report by the Society for Human Resource Management shows that 80% of companies said they run a criminal check on applicants before hiring.

Background Check Resources

AFP Criminal History Checks
Criminal history checks for residents of the ACT, commonwealth territories, and for industry sectors such as aviation.
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Northern Territory Criminal Records Check
Offer a records check service that includes disclosable traffic convictions and criminal records held by the Northern Territory and most interstate police jurisdictions.
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NSW Police Criminal Records
National criminal history records check available.
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Queensland Police Criminal History
Australia-wide criminal history check using a persons name. Fingerprint checks are also offered at an additional cost.
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South Australia Police National Police Certificate
Offer a police check that provides a national summary of an individuals history.
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Tasmania Police Criminal History
Tasmania Police provide a Police History Record Check inquiry service used primarily for the purpose of employment, occupation-related licensing, registration, voluntary work or personal information.
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Victoria Police National Record Check
Fee based national police records check offered by Victoria Police.
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Western Australia National Police Certificate
Offer a National Police Certificate service listing disclosable criminal history recorded in any Australian police jurisdiction.
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Did You Know?

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