Most competitors make you call just to find out what things cost. We don’t believe in that. Every price below is what you actually pay — no surprises, no hidden fees beyond clearly noted 3rd-party court costs.
SearchMyBackground™ with Paperless Consent — included with every account
Applicants enter their own info and sign authorization forms online. No paper, no chasing people down. Mobile-friendly and FCRA compliant.
Screen the person, not just the role
A one-size-fits-all package sounds simple — but it either over-spends on straightforward cases or under-screens complex ones. Thorough vetting means looking at who this specific person is, where they’ve lived, and what names they’ve used.
Start with their role
What will this volunteer actually do? This shapes the baseline searches.
- →Direct child contact → federal courts essential
- →Handling finances → civil + credit history
- →General volunteer → database search is a strong start
Look at their history
Where have they lived in the last 7 years? How many names have they used?
- →One county, one name → straightforward
- →Multiple counties → search each one
- →Multiple states or name changes → broader coverage needed
Build the right search
Combine searches from the a la carte menu below to match that specific person.
- →SSN trace surfaces all counties lived in
- →Search each county individually
- →Add federal courts for child-contact roles
What this costs in practice
Click any scenario to see exactly which searches are ordered and why. Every person deserves their own search, not a package.
Maria — Sunday school helper, one name, one county for 9 years
Single location · Single name · No direct unsupervised child contact
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| Search | Why it’s ordered | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-State Criminal Search with AliasBroad sweep · all 50 states · instant | Catches anything outside her home county. SSN trace confirms she’s only ever lived in one county. | $10.00 |
| County Courthouse Criminal Search — Jefferson Co., KYDirect courthouse records · 7 years | Database searches miss things. This is the gold standard for her county of residence. | $7.00 |
$17.00
* Court access fees for Jefferson Co. not included and may add a small surcharge. If the SSN trace had returned additional counties, we’d add a $7 courthouse search for each one.
Betsy aka Elizabeth Smith-Anderson — youth group co-leader, 3 names, 3 counties in 7 years
Three names · Three counties · Direct child-contact role
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| Search | Why it’s ordered | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-State Criminal Search with AliasAll 3 names searched · SSN trace surfaces all counties | Betsy Smith, Elizabeth Smith, and Elizabeth Smith-Anderson all searched. SSN trace returns all 3 counties. | $10.00 |
| County Courthouse — Davidson Co., TN (Nashville)7-year courthouse record | Lived here years 1–3 of the lookback window. | $7.00 |
| County Courthouse — Jefferson Co., KY (Louisville)7-year courthouse record | Lived here years 3–5 of the lookback window. | $7.00 |
| County Courthouse — Hamilton Co., OH (Cincinnati)7-year courthouse record | Current county of residence. | $7.00 |
| National Federal Courts SearchAll 94 US districts · 7 years | Essential for any role with direct child contact — catches crimes that don’t show in county or state records. | $12.00 |
$43.00
* Court access fees per county not included. A fixed package would have searched one name in one county and called it done. Betsy has three searchable names and three counties — any one of them could hold a record that disqualifies her from working with children.
Pastor David — paid staff hire, 4 counties across 3 states, previous name, children’s ministry & finances
Multiple names · Four counties · Three states · Paid role with financial responsibility
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| Search | Why it’s ordered | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-State Criminal Search with AliasAll names · all states · instant | Both surname variants searched. SSN trace surfaces all 4 counties across 3 states. | $10.00 |
| County Courthouse — 4 counties across GA, FL & TN$7.00 per county × 4 | Each county where he lived in the past 7 years searched individually. | $28.00 |
| National Federal Courts Search94 federal districts · 7 years | Paid staff with child contact — non-negotiable. | $12.00 |
| County Civil Search — current countyCivil court records · 7 years | Financial responsibility role — civil judgments and liens are relevant due diligence. | $12.00 |
| Employment Verification — 2 previous employers$10.00 per employer × 2 | Paid staff hire — confirm his ministry and employment history directly. | $20.00 |
| Education Verification — seminary degree$10.00 per institution | Confirms the credentials he listed on his application. | $10.00 |
$92.00
* Court and repository access fees not included. Skipping any of these searches creates a documented gap in your due diligence — and Pastor David’s complex history is exactly why holistic, person-based screening matters.
Stop guessing — set your standard once with Gap Coverage Request (GCR)
The Multi-State database is a useful starting point — but it is not a complete picture. Many counties never report to national databases, and federal convictions never appear there at all. GCR closes those gaps automatically.
You make two simple selections — once, for your whole account. Our compliance team then reviews each applicant’s full address history and alias names, automatically adding every appropriate search and location. You set the standard. We make sure it’s met.
Your selections apply to your entire account automatically. Fees are charged per search per name — costs scale with addresses and aliases found. Court access surcharges apply in some jurisdictions.
Safeguard from Abuse™ — Child Abuse Awareness Training
A background check tells you about someone's past. But protecting children in your congregation requires more — it requires a culture of accountability. Safeguard from Abuse pairs with your background screening to create the complete child protection picture that neither can provide alone.
What it covers
- ✓Recognizing signs of abuse
- ✓Mandated reporting requirements
- ✓Creating safe environments
- ✓Grooming behavior awareness
- ✓Building accountability culture
Why it matters for churches
Churches are trusted environments — which makes them a target. Volunteers and staff spend time alone with children in classrooms, nurseries, and youth programs. A background check screens for past offenses. Training teaches your entire congregation how to recognize, prevent, and report abuse before it happens. Together they protect children in ways neither can alone.
Starting at only
$6.75
per seat
Bundle & save over 30%
vs. per-seat pricing
Full a la carte pricing
Build the right search for each person. Every price shown is what you pay — no membership, no minimum order, no surprises.
Multi-State Criminal Search with Alias Instant
1 billion+ records across all 50 states — counties, DOC, courts, sex offender registries, and terrorism sources. Includes alias names, SSN trace & validation, death index, and address history. All flags reviewed by FCRA-certified staff before release.
⚠ Best paired with county courthouse searches — not recommended as a standalone
County Courthouse Criminal Search
Direct courthouse lookup — felonies & misdemeanors, 7-year history. All convictions and pending cases reported. Order one per county the applicant has lived in.
Same day – 3 business days · Court access fees may apply
Statewide Criminal Repository Search
State law enforcement database, 7-year history. Coverage varies widely by state — contact us about yours. Not available in all states.
Same day – 1+ week · Repository fees may apply · MA requires extra step
National Federal Courts Search
All 94 US district courts — uncovers trafficking, internet crimes against children, child exploitation, and embezzlement that county and state searches miss. 7-year history. Recommended for all child-contact roles.
Same day – 3 business days
Nationwide Wants & Warrants
Local, county, state, and federal extraditable warrants — misdemeanors and felonies. Not all agencies contribute to this database.
1–2 business days
County Civil Search
Non-criminal civil court records, 7-year history. Recommended for roles with financial responsibility.
3–5 business days · Court access fees may apply
Employment Verification Agreement required
Confirms job title, dates, full/part-time, separation reason, and rehire eligibility. 3 contact attempts. Recommended for all paid staff.
1–5 business days · Employer fees may apply
Education Verification Agreement required
Confirms degree, major, graduation date, and GPA with the institution. 3 contact attempts.
1–5 business days · Third-party fees may apply
Professional Reference Interview
Structured interview with a supervisor, colleague, or personal reference — covers performance, reliability, strengths, and any concerns.
Turnaround varies
Employment Credit Report (PEER) Instant
Payment history, debts, public records (bankruptcies, liens, judgments), and address history. For paid staff in financial roles. Signed authorization required. State law may restrict use — ask us.†
Not a consumer credit report — no credit score provided
Motor Vehicle / Driving History Instant–5 days
3-year driving record — violations, suspensions, revocations, points, and current license status. Available from 49 states + DC. PA not available.
State access fees apply · State-specific authorization may be required
5-Panel Urinalysis
Amphetamines, cocaine, opiates, PCP, marijuana. Includes lab screen, GC/MS confirmation if needed, and MRO review.
1–3 business days after specimen received · Collection fees may apply separately
10-Panel Urinalysis
All 5-panel substances plus barbiturates, benzodiazepines, methadone, propoxyphene, and methaqualone.
1–3 business days after specimen received · Collection fees may apply separately
International Criminal / Education / Employment
Available for many countries. Depth and availability vary. Country-specific release forms required.
3–15 business days · Call 866-891-1954 opt. 2 for a quote
pricing
Important: Database searches are broad but should never be your only source. Always pair them with individual county courthouse searches for each location the applicant has lived. The SSN trace included in the Multi-State search will surface those counties for you.
Ready to protect your congregation?
We’ll help you figure out the right searches for your volunteers and staff. No pressure, no hard sell — just honest guidance from a team that’s served 10,000+ churches for 20 years.
* 3rd-party court, repository, and state access fees may apply and are not included in listed prices.
† Employment credit reports and employment verifications may require a one-time physical site inspection — ask us for details.
MA statewide repository requires additional steps — contact Support@SecureSearchPro.com. PA MVRs not available.
All searches subject to FCRA compliance. State and local law may restrict use of certain report types.