Background checks in Arkansas.
County criminal records, Arkansas State Police checks, MVR, and drug testing for employers across Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, and every county in the state.
Employment Screening in Arkansas
Vertical Identity provides comprehensive background screening services to employers throughout Arkansas. Whether you are hiring in Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, Springdale, or anywhere else in the state, we deliver fast and accurate results.
Arkansas Background Check Services
- Criminal record searches -- Arkansas county, statewide, and national criminal history
- Employment verification -- confirm work history and dates of employment
- Education verification -- verify degrees, certifications, and attendance
- Drug testing -- DOT and non-DOT testing at collection sites across Arkansas
- Motor vehicle records (MVR) -- Arkansas driving history
- Sex offender registry -- Arkansas and national registry searches
Arkansas Screening Regulations
Arkansas does not currently have a statewide ban-the-box law for private employers. Employers in Arkansas generally have broad latitude to conduct criminal background checks as part of the hiring process, subject to federal FCRA requirements. Some industries, such as healthcare and education, have additional state-mandated screening requirements.
Vertical Identity ensures all background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and applicable Arkansas state laws.
Pricing
Arkansas background checks start at $39. Volume pricing is available for employers with ongoing screening needs. Call (602) 899-3611 or contact us online for a quote.
Questions we hear daily
Does Arkansas have a ban-the-box law for private employers?
Arkansas does not have a statewide ban-the-box law for private employers. Public sector positions are subject to Act 1133 of 2017, which delays criminal history inquiries to later in the hiring process. Private Arkansas employers should still follow FCRA disclosure and consent requirements and conduct individualized assessments of any criminal record findings.
How long does an Arkansas background check take?
Most Arkansas background checks return in 2 to 5 business days. Arkansas State Police statewide checks are typically same-day, individual county circuit court searches take 1 to 3 business days, and verifications across multiple prior employers can take up to 5 business days.
What counties does Vertical Identity search for Arkansas criminal history?
We search all 75 Arkansas counties at the circuit court level, plus an Arkansas State Police statewide check and a national criminal database search. Major metros covered include Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, Springdale, Jonesboro, Rogers, North Little Rock, and Conway.
How much does an Arkansas background check cost?
Arkansas background check packages start at $39. You can combine criminal searches with drug testing ($69 DOT, $59 BAT), MVR, employment verification, and education verification. Volume pricing is available for ongoing employers — call (602) 899-3611 for a quote.
Order Arkansas Background Checks
Fast, affordable screening starting at $39. Call (602) 899-3611.