North Dakota Background Checks

One of the main reasons that businesses perform North Dakota background checks is because they want to know the areas of an applicant's life that they don't necessarily share openly. Criminal histories, for example, are not an aspect of someone's background that they are likely to share openly, but it may be very telling about the type of person they are. Someone that has been caught for stealing, for example, may not be employable at a place that handles lots of money.

Everyday people can use this type of access to North Dakota background checks as well. There are people you surround yourself with in life whose histories play an important role, such as:

  • Babysitters or teachers of your children.
  • House sitters or roommates.
  • Possible relationship partners you met online.

    • The above list represents just a small sample of the types of people you'll meet regularly that may be worth checking out, because your safety, health, and happiness is in their hands.

    North Dakota background checks are easier to perform now than they were in the past. You simply need access to the Internet and the individual's first and last name. In the event it is a very common name, you may also need the city or state of residence, although usually this can be figured out by looking at ages.

    Once you've plugged in the names, the search is easy. You can get access to full reports or view partial data depending on what you need, and use that information to learn about the people that were of interest to you.

    North Dakota Criminal Records

    North Dakota criminal records are supported by the CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Sharing), which is the central repository for criminal information. Only authorized criminal justice individuals and agencies are authorized access, however. CJIS includes criminal history, protection orders, parole and probation information, concealed weapons and DNA. This integrated system offers users system links to reach the necessary information stored.

    In order to gain access to the CJIS portal, you must:

    The application for individual access must be accompanied by two sets fingerprint cards taken by your local law enforcement office on blue FBI fingerprint cards. These applications take two weeks to process with notification of acceptance or denial mailed in written form.

    For additional information on obtaining North Dakota criminal records, please contact the office at the address below:

    CJIS Portal
    Criminal Justice Information Sharing
    State of ND
    600 E Boulevard Ave., Dept. 112
    Bismarck, ND 58505

    Resource Links
    North Dakota Criminal History Records

    North Dakota Court Records

    You can search for North Dakota court records online with the docket number, involved parties or attorney name. This will return the appropriate case record filed with the North Dakota Supreme Court. You can also search North Dakota Supreme Court opinions, which are available online dating as far back as 1965. You can perform searches based on topic, trial judge, and justice, or view an alphabetical listing. Case calendars are also available for district courts. You can also visit your local district or county court to obtain copies of records kept onsite. Court fees vary, but usually just include a fee if copies are made.

    To search for court records online do the following:

    For additional information on obtaining North Dakota court records, please contact the office at the address or phone number below:

    Court Administrator’s Office
    Supreme Court
    State Capitol
    600 E. Boulevard Ave.
    Bismarck, ND 58505
    (701) 328-4216

    Resource Links
    North Dakota Docket Search

    North Dakota Jail Records

    North Dakota jail records are available online through the inmate locator. You simply enter the last name to receive search results. North Dakota jail records will detail where an inmate is incarcerated (unless located in a county jail not associated with this database) and list his or her estimated release date, date of birth and ID number. It will also show a photograph (mug shot) for further identification.

    Victims of crimes may contact the Victim Services department and receive updates on inmates’ status and location. Victims can also register with VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) to receive email or telephone updates if any status changes regarding a particular inmate. The toll-free number allows registered users to access accurate and prompt information confidentially concerning offender’s status. There are always live operators on stand-by should you experience any difficulty. Victims will also be notified pending death, escape, sentence commuting or early release or parole.

    To search for jail records online do the following:

    For additional information on locating North Dakota jail records, please contact the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitations at the address or phone number below:

    DOCR
    3100 Railroad Ave.
    P.O. Box 1898
    Bismarck, ND 58502
    (701) 328-6362

    VINE Hotline
    (866) 631-8463

    Resource Links
    North Dakota Inmate Lookup

    North Dakota Driving Records

    North Dakota driving records are available online with the click of a button. Online driving records are limited, however, and will not include total points, convictions or violations that are over three years old or violations assigned less than three points, accident information, or license status that is greater than three years old.

    If you need a complete copy of your own North Dakota driving record, you must mail you request and include your name, driver’s license number and mailing address along with a $3 fee. The complete driving record will include the omissions mentioned above plus personal information, license information, even if it’s older than three years old.

    The online service requires you to enter the full name, date of birth and driver ID for any individual whose North Dakota driving record you wish to obtain. Once you verify your selection, you will be charged a fee and given the opportunity to print the record one time only. Also using the online form, you can request up to 10 North Dakota driving records at a time, paying the $3 fee per record.

    For additional information on obtaining North Dakota driving records, please contact the office at the address or phone number below:

    Driver’s License & Traffic Safety Division
    608 E. Boulevard Ave.
    Bismarck, ND 58505
    (701) 328-2600

    Resource Links
    North Dakota Driving Record Information

    Additional Resources

    North Dakota Sexual Offender Registry
    North Dakota Attorney General