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 complete their own forms and sign authorization documents online. No paper, no chasing candidates. Mobile-friendly and FCRA compliant.
The franchise screening problem — and how to solve it
One location runs a thorough background check. Another runs a quick database search. A third skips the federal courts entirely. When something goes wrong at location 47, the plaintiff’s attorney looks at what every other location did — and inconsistency becomes the liability.
Set the brand standard once
Work with us to define the required searches for each role type across your system. Each franchisee gets their own account and follows the same standard — automatically.
Consistency = brand protection
Meet your franchisor’s standard easily
Open your own account and run searches that match your brand’s requirements. No setup fees, no minimums — screen one person or one hundred.
Same quality at every location
Extra layer for children’s brands
Tutoring centers, children’s gyms, kids’ activity franchises — any brand where staff work with children needs federal courts screening and child abuse awareness training as a non-negotiable standard.
Federal courts + Safeguard training
Screen the person, not just the role
Franchises hire people with varied histories across hundreds of locations. The right searches depend on the role AND the individual — their name history, where they’ve lived, and what records may exist in counties databases never capture.
Define the role standard
What does this role require across your system?
- →Child contact → federal courts essential
- →Cash handling → credit + civil history
- →Driver or delivery → MVR + CDLIS
- →All roles → multi-state + county courthouse
Look at the individual
Where have they lived? How many names have they used?
- →One county, one name → straightforward
- →Multiple counties → search each one
- →Multiple states or name changes → broader coverage
Apply it identically everywhere
Same role = same searches at every location. GCR handles criminal searches automatically.
- →Use GCR for criminal searches
- →Add other services per role type
- →Ask us to build a brand-wide package
What this costs in practice
Click any scenario to see exactly which searches are ordered and why. Every person deserves their own search, built around their role and history.
Tyler — front-of-house hire at food service franchise, one name, one county for 3 years
Single location · Single name · Customer-facing · Cash handling
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| Search | Why it’s ordered | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-State Criminal Search with AliasBroad sweep · all 50 states · instant | Catches anything outside his home county. SSN trace confirms one county. | $17.00 |
| County Courthouse Criminal Search — Maricopa Co., AZDirect courthouse records · 7 years | Database searches miss things. Every franchisee in the brand runs this same search for this role. | $10.50 |
$27.50
* Court access fees not included. The value here isn’t just the result — it’s that every Tyler at every location gets the same screen. That’s what makes it defensible.
Ms. Wong (formerly Lisa Chu, now Lisa Wong) — tutoring center instructor, 2 names, 3 counties, direct child contact
Two surnames · Three counties · One-on-one tutoring with minors
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| Search | Why it’s ordered | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-State Criminal Search with AliasBoth names · SSN trace surfaces all counties | “Lisa Chu” and “Lisa Wong” both searched. SSN trace returns all 3 counties. | $17.00 |
| County Courthouse — Santa Clara Co., CA (San Jose)7-year courthouse record | Lived here years 1–3 of the lookback window. | $10.50 |
| County Courthouse — Sacramento Co., CA7-year courthouse record | Lived here years 3–5 of the lookback window. | $10.50 |
| County Courthouse — Fresno Co., CA7-year courthouse record | Current county of residence. | $10.50 |
| National Federal Courts SearchAll 94 US districts · 7 years | One-on-one child contact — trafficking and exploitation charges live in federal courts. Non-negotiable for any child-focused franchise. | $20.00 |
$68.50
* Court access fees per county not included. For child-focused franchises, the federal courts search is required at every location — it should be built into your brand standard, not left to individual franchisee discretion.
Kevin — regional franchise manager, oversees 4 locations, 4 counties across 2 states, previous surname, cash & hiring authority
Multiple names · Four counties · Two states · Financial oversight · Hiring authority across locations
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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 2 states. | $17.00 |
| County Courthouse — 4 counties across OH & KY$10.50 per county × 4 | Every county where he lived in the past 7 years searched individually. | $42.00 |
| National Federal Courts Search94 federal districts · 7 years | Cash management and payroll access — wire fraud and embezzlement live in federal courts. | $20.00 |
| County Civil Search — current countyCivil court records · 7 years | Cash management authority — civil judgments and liens are relevant due diligence. | $12.00 |
| Employment Verification — 2 prior employers$10.00 per employer × 2 | Management hire with hiring authority — confirm prior franchise and management experience. | $20.00 |
$111.00
* Court access fees not included. A regional manager with cash, payroll, and hiring authority across multiple locations is a high-risk hire — this level of screening is the appropriate standard.
Automate criminal search coverage with Gap Coverage Request (GCR)
GCR applies to criminal background searches only. Make two selections — once, per account — and our compliance team automatically adds every appropriate county, state, and federal search for each person based on their address history and alias names. Every franchisee running GCR Option 1 means every location is operating at the same standard.
Most franchises should choose Best Practice (Option 1) for both sections. It’s the most complete coverage and the most defensible position brand-wide. Other services are added manually per order or built into a role-specific package.
GCR applies to criminal searches only. Fees charged per search per name — costs scale with addresses and aliases found. Court access surcharges apply in some jurisdictions.
Franchisors: set a brand-wide screening standard across all locations.
We can work with you to define required searches for each role type in your system, then set up each franchisee account to follow that standard automatically. Contact us and we’ll build it out at no extra charge.
Safeguard from Abuse™ — Child Abuse Awareness Training
If your franchise involves children — tutoring, kids’ fitness, childcare, enrichment programs — a background check alone is not enough. Training teaches every staff member at every location how to recognize, prevent, and report abuse before it happens. Make it part of your brand standard.
What it covers
- ✓Recognizing signs of abuse
- ✓Mandated reporting requirements
- ✓Creating safe environments
- ✓Grooming behavior awareness
- ✓Building accountability culture
Why it matters for children’s franchises
A background check screens for past offenses. Training teaches your entire franchise network how to prevent future ones. For a brand with hundreds of locations serving children, the training is as important as the screen — and it’s scalable across your whole system.
Starting at only
$6.75
per seat
Bundle & save over 30%
vs. per-seat pricing
The Defensible Workplace
New for 2026. An executive guide to employment screening, FCRA compliance, and negligent hiring risk. Essential reading for franchise operators building a defensible hiring process across multiple locations.
Full a la carte pricing
Build the right search for each role. 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 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 — wire fraud, embezzlement, identity theft, trafficking, and child exploitation that never appear in county or state searches. 7-year history. Required for all child-focused franchise roles.
Same day – 3 business days
Nationwide Wants & Warrants
Local, county, state, and federal extraditable warrants — misdemeanors and felonies. Not all agencies contribute.
1–2 business days
County Civil Search
Non-criminal civil court records, 7-year history. Recommended for managers and roles with cash or financial access.
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 management hires.
1–5 business days · Employer fees may apply
Education Verification Agreement required
Confirms degree, major, graduation date, and GPA. 3 contact attempts.
1–5 business days · Third-party fees may apply
Professional Credential Verification Agreement required
Verifies licenses and certifications — type, issuance date, current status, and any disciplinary history. For licensed trade, healthcare, or credentialed franchise roles.
1–3 business days · Credentialing fees may apply
Professional Reference Interview
Structured interview with a supervisor, colleague, or personal reference — performance, reliability, strengths, and any concerns.
Turnaround varies
Healthcare Sanctions Level 3 (OIG LEIE Plus)
Required for any healthcare-related franchise. Checks OIG LEIE, GSA EPLS/SAM, FDA lists, DEA registrant lists, DOD TriCare, and 900+ state regulatory agencies.
Instant
Employment Credit Report (PEER) Instant
Payment history, debts, public records, and address history. For managers with cash or financial system access. Signed authorization required. State law may restrict use — ask us.†
Not a consumer credit report — no credit score provided
E-Verify
Post-hire employment eligibility verification through SSA and DHS. Completed after the I-9 Form. Includes application assistance and MOU setup.
1–2 business days once account established · MOU with SSA/DHS required
Worker’s Compensation Search
Post-employment search identifying prior workplace injury claims. Useful for physical labor and trade franchise roles. Not available in all states.
State surcharges may apply · Signed release may be required
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. Required for delivery, transportation, and fleet roles.
State access fees apply · State-specific authorization may be required
Commercial Driver’s License Check (CDLIS) Instant
Verifies current CDL and identifies all states where an additional driving record should be requested. FMCSA compliant under 49 CFR Part 391. Required for any commercial vehicle role.
Identifies all prior CDL-holding states · SSN match included
5-Panel Urinalysis
Amphetamines, cocaine, opiates, PCP, marijuana. 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. Relevant for international franchise expansion or candidates with overseas history.
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 brand at every location?
We’ll help you build a consistent screening standard across your entire system. No pressure, no hard sell.
* 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.
*** Worker’s Compensation: additional state surcharges may apply. Not available in all states.
MA statewide repository requires additional steps — contact Support@SecureSearchPro.com. PA MVRs not available.
E-Verify requires execution of a Memorandum of Understanding between your organization and SSA/DHS prior to use.
All searches subject to FCRA compliance. State and local law may restrict use of certain report types.