How do I find out my criminal history?
How do I find out my criminal history?
A: For further information on the National Police Checking Service, visit www.police.nsw.gov.au or contact the NSW Police Force Criminal Records Section by telephone (02) 8835 7888, fax (02) 8835 7193 or email crs@police.nsw.gov.au.
Can I do a DBS check on myself?
As an individual, you cannot apply for your own Enhanced or Standard DBS check – only organisations can apply. If, as a self-employed individual, you require one, depending on the sector you work within and if you meet the criteria, you can do so through the Local Authority or a governing body.
What shows up on DBS check?
Basic DBS check: Contains any convictions or cautions that are unspent. Standard DBS check: Contains details of all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (apart from protected convictions and cautions) held on central police records.
How many years does an enhanced DBS check go back?
There is no official expiry date on a DBS Check, it’s up to the organisations carrying out the checks on their staff how often they would like to renew them. Some companies renew every year and some every 3 years.
How far back do police checks go?
This period is known as the ‘waiting period’ or ‘crime-free period’ and is generally 10 years where a person was dealt with as an adult and 5 years otherwise (3 years in NSW). This legislation is commonly referred to as ‘spent convictions’ legislation.
How long does a DBS check take 2020?
In 2020, on average, 90% of Basic Disclosures and Standard DBS Checks are cleared within one day with Enhanced DBS Checks taking anywhere between 24 hours and 5 days, depending on the individual. However, if delayed at any of the stages of the process, this can increase substantially.
