Civil & Criminal Records Searches / Research

County Records, Legal Documents, Vital Records, Criminal Records, Marriage/Divorce Records

Research is a powerful investigative tool

Using a combination of database searches and our extensive network of researchers and investigators, HPI can provide the information you need in a timely manner. Some searches require a release form signed by the subject. Court copies are available for an additional fee.

If you need a comprehensive overview of all information available, a complete background investigation may be the best solution.

Below are a few examples of the most common basic searches.

Criminal Records
Criminal history searches can include state/national database searches or a detailed, hands-on search of county court records. Criminal history reports can include a summary of convictions, with dates or copies of all court documents related to the case.
A criminal background check may turn up arrest records, dui records, felony convictions, sex offenders, warrants, and more, in county, state, or federal, jurisdictions.
Driving Records
A DMV/driving record report is essential when hiring employees who will be driving a company vehicle or if you are trusting someone to transport your child. The driving record report includes summary of driving record, traffic violations & tickets, dui records, and suspensions. * Requires a release form signed by the subject.
Education Verification
With competition increasing for jobs, prospective employees may be more likely to 'adjust' their resume to make them seem more qualified. The Education Verification Report contains the school name, degree, major, and graduation date. * Requires a release form signed by the subject.
Employment Verification/Work History
A prospective employee's employment history may also be embellished on their resume. We will verify that the applicant actually worked for the company, their dates of employment, position/title, and reason for leaving. * Requires a release form signed by the subject.
Financial Records
A credit report can help you decide if a prospective employee or partner is someone that you want to have access to or control of your assets. * Requires a release form signed by the subject.
Other potential financial records include property/real estate records, property liens, bankruptcy, lien searches (including mortgage liens, construction liens, mechanic liens, contractor liens, service liens, tax liens), title searches, UCC filings, and more.
License Verification
We will verify that professional licenses are valid and have not expired or been revoked. This can include licenses and certifications relating to medical/healthcare, education, legal, hazardous material, finance, and more.
Litigation History
Does the person or company you're dealing with have a history of frequent lawsuits? Knowing this before forming a relationship with them could save you a lot of headaches and money.
Marriage Records
Searching marriage and divorce records can be very insightful when evaluating the future of a relationship or investigating infidelity.
Media Searches
The internet and other media sources hold a wealth of information on individuals and companies. Trust our experts to get the information you need.

In protecting yourself, your family, and your business, it is important to thoroughly investigate the people you are considering adding to the fold. Hawk Private Investigations can provide the research you need, from a criminal history search to a full background investigation, to help you establish whether a person is worthy of your trust.