Background checks in Maryland.
Circuit and district court criminal, Maryland CJIS, MVR, and drug testing for Baltimore, Annapolis, and the DC metro — compliant with MD Job Applicant Fairness Act.
Employment Screening in Maryland
Vertical Identity provides comprehensive background screening services to employers throughout Maryland. Whether you are hiring in Baltimore, Annapolis, Silver Spring, Bethesda, or anywhere else in the state, we deliver fast and accurate results.
Maryland Background Check Services
- Criminal record searches -- Maryland 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 Maryland
- Motor vehicle records (MVR) -- Maryland driving history
- Sex offender registry -- Maryland and national registry searches
Maryland Screening Regulations
Maryland's ban-the-box law prohibits employers with 15 or more employees from asking about criminal history on job applications. Employers may inquire about criminal records after the first in-person interview. Prince George's County and Baltimore City have additional local ordinances with stricter requirements.
Vertical Identity ensures all background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and applicable Maryland state and local laws.
Pricing
Maryland 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
What is the Maryland Job Applicant Fairness Act?
The Maryland JAFA prohibits most employers from requesting credit reports during the hiring process and limits when credit history can be used in employment decisions. Maryland also has a state-level ban-the-box law that prohibits employers with 15 or more employees from asking about criminal history until after a first in-person interview.
How long does a Maryland background check take?
Most Maryland background checks return in 2 to 5 business days. Maryland Judiciary Case Search results are typically same-day, district and circuit court criminal searches take 1 to 3 business days, and verifications across multiple employers can take up to 5 business days.
What jurisdictions does Vertical Identity search for Maryland criminal history?
We search all 23 Maryland counties plus the City of Baltimore (24 jurisdictions total) at both district and circuit court levels, plus the Maryland Judiciary Case Search statewide system and a national criminal database. Major coverage includes Baltimore, Annapolis, Frederick, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Bowie, Columbia, and the entire DC suburban corridor.
How much does a Maryland background check cost?
Maryland background check packages start at $39. Add drug testing ($69 DOT, $59 BAT), MVR, employment verification, and education verification as needed. Volume pricing is available — call (602) 899-3611 for a quote.
Order Maryland Background Checks
Fast, affordable screening starting at $39. Call (602) 899-3611.