New Hampshire Statewide Criminal Background Check
Order a New Hampshire statewide criminal background check straight from the State Police central repository. First, you enter one name. Then, our team returns certified conviction history in about 24 hours.
What a New Hampshire Statewide Criminal Search Returns
New Hampshire keeps one central criminal repository for the whole state.
The Division of State Police runs it through its Criminal Records Unit in Concord.
Under RSA 106-B:14, I-a(d), these records serve as the official source for employment and licensing checks.
Consequently, our New Hampshire statewide criminal background check pulls directly from that source.
Included in every report
- Felony and misdemeanor convictions from all 10 counties
- Violation-level convictions reported to the repository
- Offense, RSA citation, degree, court and docket number
- Plea, finding, court date and presiding judge
- Full sentence, including jail, suspended terms and fines
- Arrest details for any cycle that ended in conviction
- Aliases, date of birth and physical descriptors
Not included by law
- Arrests that never led to a conviction
- Charges dismissed or found not guilty
- Records annulled by a court under RSA 651:5
- Juvenile delinquency matters
- Cases a court never reported to the repository
- Federal, tribal and out-of-state records
In short, the State Police release only conviction data to employers. That rule keeps your report clean, focused and lawful.
Why Order Through BCS Background Screening LLC?
Doing it yourself means paper forms, notaries and mailed checks.
Instead, we handle the request, the release and the follow-up for you.
24-hour turnaround
Most New Hampshire orders return in about 24 hours. Meanwhile, you track status live in your account.
No notary, no paper
Your applicant signs our FCRA disclosure and release online. Therefore, you skip the notarized mail-in form.
Reviewed by people
Our quality review team checks every record against your applicant’s identifiers. In fact, nothing ships unreviewed.
State Police Request vs. BCS Background Screening LLC
The State Police accept public conviction requests in person, by mail or through their portal.
However, each route puts the paperwork on you. Here is how they compare.
| Feature | Direct State Police request | BCS Background Screening LLC |
|---|---|---|
| Data source | NH central criminal repository | Same NH central criminal repository |
| Release form | Signed release; notarized if mailed | E-signed FCRA disclosure and authorization |
| Payment | Exact-amount check or money order by mail | One account, one monthly invoice |
| Price | State fee only, plus your staff time | $20 per name + $26 state fee |
| Turnaround | Varies with mail and processing | About 24 hours |
| Identity review | You match names and dates yourself | Our reviewers verify every identifier |
| FCRA workflow | Not included | Adverse action tools and applicant rights notices |
Also note that the New Hampshire Judicial Branch warns against using its online case portal for background checks.
So the repository search remains the most reliable single statewide source.
Order in Four Simple Steps
Open your account
Sign up free. Then, we verify your business and permissible purpose.
Enter your applicant
Add the full name, date of birth and any maiden names or aliases.
Collect consent
Your applicant e-signs the FCRA disclosure and authorization in minutes.
Review results
Next, you view the reviewed report in your secure portal in about 24 hours.
New Hampshire Hiring Rules That Shape Your Search
A New Hampshire criminal background check must follow both federal and state law.
For the full picture, read our guide to New Hampshire background screening laws.
No criminal questions on the application
RSA 275-H:2 bars employers from asking about arrests, charges or convictions on a job application.
Some roles stay exempt, such as law enforcement and bonded positions.
Still, you may run a lawful background check later in the process.
Annulled records stay off limits
Under RSA 651:5, an annulled record treats the person as never arrested or convicted.
Employers may ask only one approved question about records not annulled.
Plus, dismissals and acquittals since January 1, 2019 annul automatically.
Your FCRA duties still apply
- Give a standalone written disclosure before you order.
- Get the applicant’s signed authorization.
- Send a pre-adverse action notice with a copy of the report.
- Wait a reasonable period, then send the final adverse action notice.
New Hampshire Statewide Criminal Background Check Sample Report
Below, you see a complete public conviction record exactly as our clients receive it.
Every name, number and date is fictitious. However, the layout mirrors a real State Police record.
Record summary: 8 cycles
| Cycle | Offense (as disposed) | Degree | Court | Finding | Disposed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 263:63 Driving without giving proof | Misd. A | Merrimack Superior | Guilty by court | 05/14/2026 |
| 002 | 631:3 Reckless conduct | Misd. A | Merrimack Superior | Guilty by court | 10/16/2025 |
| 003 | 318-B:26,III(a) Premises where drugs kept | Misd. A | Hillsborough District | Guilty | 05/28/2025 |
| 004 | 263:64,VI Drive after rev/sus, subsequent | Misd. A | Hillsborough District | Guilty | 05/28/2025 |
| 005 | 263:64,VI Drive after rev/sus, subsequent | Misd. B | Goffstown District | Guilty | 09/23/2024 |
| 006 | 261:178 Suspension of vehicle registration | Misd. B | Concord District | Guilty | 07/08/2024 |
| 007 | 263:64 Drive after rev/sus | Misd. B | Salem District | Guilty | 05/10/2024 |
| 008 | 631:2-a Simple assault | Violation | Plymouth District | Guilty | 02/26/2024 |
Complaint accepted and court disposition
Sentence · 05/14/2026 · House of Correction sentence
Conditions: law enforcement may return evidence to rightful owner; counseling, treatment or educational programs; law enforcement may destroy evidence; good behavior.
Court order: she will serve three days, Friday, May 29 at 9 AM through Sunday, May 31 at 9 AM. She shall not drive until she holds a valid license.
Complaint accepted and court disposition
Sentence · 10/16/2025 · House of Correction, all or portion suspended
Conditions: counseling, treatment or educational programs; law enforcement may return evidence to rightful owner; good behavior; law enforcement may destroy evidence.
Arrest
Complaint accepted for filing
Court disposition
Sentence · 05/28/2025 · Sentenced
Condition: good behavior for one year.
Arrest
Complaint accepted and court disposition
Sentence · 05/28/2025 · Sentenced
Condition: good behavior for one year.
Arrest
Complaint accepted and court disposition
Sentence · 09/23/2024 · Sentenced
Condition: good behavior for six months.
Complaint accepted and court disposition
Sentence · 07/08/2024 · Sentenced
Condition: good behavior for one year.
Arrest
Complaint accepted and court disposition
Sentence · 05/10/2024 · Sentenced
Condition: good behavior for one year.
Probation comments: license suspended for 30 days, effective 05/10/2024, license type OPR. Suspension held in abeyance for good behavior and compliance with LADAC.
Arrest
Complaint accepted for filing
Court disposition
Sentence · 02/26/2024
Certification: the Division of State Police certifies this record as disseminated to BCS BACKGROUND SCREENING LLC – QUALITY REVIEW. It is a true and accurate copy of the record as it appears in the repository. Printed 09/21/2026.
State warning: the Division of State Police is the Criminal Record Repository for New Hampshire. This record reflects only what agencies reported and may not be a complete criminal history.
Sample notice: Brianna Joyce Callahan is a fictitious person. Any resemblance to a real person, docket or case is coincidental.
Pair Your New Hampshire Criminal Records Search
A state repository shows only what agencies reported. Therefore, many employers add these searches.
County Criminal Court Search
Confirm a record at the source court, including cases still pending.
Nationwide Criminal Database
Find leads in other states before you verify them at the court.
Federal Criminal Search
Catch federal cases that never reach the state repository.
Motor Vehicle Records
See license status, suspensions and violations for driving roles.
SSN Trace
Surface past names and addresses to guide your jurisdiction choices.
Access to SSN Trace functionality is restricted at initial registration. This feature cannot be accessed at initial signup until your organization’s business use case is verified.
All Search Packages and Add-ons
Compare every search and bundle, all priced per name.
New Hampshire Statewide Criminal Background Check FAQs
What does a New Hampshire statewide criminal background check include?
It includes public conviction records from the State Police central repository. Each record lists the offense, degree, court, docket, plea, finding and full sentence.
How much does a New Hampshire statewide criminal search cost?
The search costs $20 per name plus a $26 New Hampshire state fee. So your total is $46 per name, with no setup fee.
How long does a New Hampshire criminal background check take?
Most orders return in about 24 hours. Meanwhile, you can track each order in real time from your secure account.
Does the report show arrests without a conviction?
No. The State Police release only conviction data to employers. Arrest details appear only when that arrest ended in a conviction.
Will annulled New Hampshire records appear?
No. RSA 651:5 removes annulled records from public release. Also, dismissals and acquittals since January 1, 2019 annul automatically.
Can New Hampshire employers ask about criminal history on an application?
Generally, no. RSA 275-H:2 bans criminal history questions on job applications, with a few exemptions. You may still run a lawful check later.
Is a statewide search enough on its own?
Often it is a strong start. However, the State Police warn the repository may be incomplete. So many employers add county and nationwide searches.
What do I need to order a New Hampshire criminal records search?
You need the applicant’s full name, date of birth and any aliases. You also need a signed FCRA disclosure and authorization. First, open a free account.
Start Your New Hampshire Statewide Criminal Background Check
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