Concord Background Check Services

Background check records for Concord residents are available through the Concord Police Department and Contra Costa County courts. This is the largest city in Contra Costa County with its own police force.

Contra Costa County Handles Concord Court Records

Concord is the largest city in Contra Costa County. All criminal court cases for Concord residents go through the Contra Costa County Superior Court. The county seat is in Martinez. The court has locations in several cities across the county.

Contra Costa County court has an online portal for case searches. You can look up criminal cases by defendant name or case number. Basic case info is available to the public. For copies of documents, contact the court clerk and pay standard fees. Copies cost $0.50 per page. Call (925) 608-1000 for help.

The Contra Costa County Sheriff also provides Live Scan services. Their rolling fee is $35 and you can reach them at (925) 957-7100. This is an option if the Concord Police do not have the hours or services you need.

Live Scan Fingerprinting in Concord

The Concord Police Department may offer Live Scan to the public. Contact them directly to confirm current availability, hours, and fees. Not all city police departments provide this service. Hours and offerings can change so always call ahead.

The Contra Costa County Sheriff has Live Scan with a rolling fee of $35. This is on top of the state DOJ fee of $32 and FBI fee of $17. A full check runs about $84 at the sheriff. Call (925) 957-7100 for current hours and location info.

Private Live Scan operators serve the Concord area. Use the DOJ locator at oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/locations to find certified sites. Enter your zip code to see options. Private sites often have more flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Getting Your Background Check Records

California residents can get their own criminal record through a DOJ Record Review. The state fee is $25 plus the rolling fee. Fill out form BCIA 8016RR from the DOJ website. Take it to any Live Scan site in Concord or elsewhere. Results come back in a few days.

For court records from Contra Costa County cases, use the online portal to find your case first. Note the case number. Then contact the clerk for copies. You can mail a request or go to the courthouse in person. Standard copy fees apply.

Police reports from Concord PD come from their records division. Incident reports, arrest reports, and other documents each have their own rules. Contact Concord Police records to learn what is available and how to request it.

Background Check Processing Times

Live Scan checks from Concord go electronically to the state DOJ. Processing takes 48 to 72 hours when there is no record match. The system handles clear checks automatically. No human review is needed for most requests.

When prints match existing records, a DOJ technician must review your file. This manual step adds time to the process. How long depends on DOJ workload and complexity of your record. Most checks still finish within two weeks.

Track your status at applicantstatus.doj.ca.gov. You need your ATI number from the Live Scan receipt. The portal shows pending or complete status. Call (916) 210-2300 if you need help from DOJ support.

Concord Background Check Fees

State fees are the same everywhere in California. The DOJ charges $32 for a state check. The FBI charges $17 for a federal check. You pay these at your Live Scan site along with the rolling fee.

Rolling fees vary by operator. The Contra Costa Sheriff charges $35. Private sites set their own prices. Some are higher. Some may be lower. Always confirm the total cost before your appointment. Bring cash since not all sites take cards.

Contra Costa County court charges $0.50 per page for copies. Certified copies cost $40 per document. Research fees may apply if you need a clerk to search records. Ask for an estimate before they start your request.

Legal Resources in Concord

The Contra Costa County Bar Association has a lawyer referral service. Concord residents can get connected with attorneys who handle criminal record relief. This includes expungement and arrest record sealing. First consultations have a set fee.

Bay Area Legal Aid serves low income residents of Contra Costa County including Concord. They may help with record relief cases at no cost for those who qualify. Income limits apply. Call to see if their services cover your situation.

California Courts self-help website has free forms and instructions for record relief. Visit selfhelp.courts.ca.gov to learn about your options. Some people can file expungement petitions on their own.

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