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Our Individual search requests are listed alphabetically and include a two-digit identification code with a brief description. For more detailed information and to learn how ADREM can help with your information needs, please contact one of our knowledgeable sales representatives today.

AB = ABUSE REGISTRY
Abuse Registry
BA = SMALL BUSINESS ADVISORY REPORT
Risk profile, public records profile and inquiries for the past 24 months.
BC = BIRTH CERTIFICATE
A copy of the birth certificate. Release is sometimes required. Certified copies available. Turnaround time varies.
BK = BANKRUPTCY
A search within the specific federal jurisdiction for records of any bankruptcies. The information returned may include: Case or file number, date filed, type of bankruptcy (i.e. Chapter 11, Chapter 7, etc.), discharge date and name(s) listed as petitioner(s).
BT = BOAT REGISTRATION
A check of ownership of pleasure vessels. Generally includes the registration number of the vessel or boat, registration date, owner(s) names and address.
CB = CIVIL UPPER AND LOWER
Same as Civil Upper and Civil Lower. Includes a lower search of the county seat jurisdiction.
CL = CIVIL LOWER
A search of the county or city jurisdiction (provincial or city jurisdiction for Canadian searches) that lists civil cases for an individual as plaintiff or defendant. These are usually small claims filings and are often governed by a dollar limit. Information returned is the same as Civil Upper.
CO = CORPORATE SEARCH
A search of the state or county index that contains listings of all corporations. Provided with a corporate name, we generally return the principals involved, company officers, date of incorporation, status (active or inactive), registered agent and registered agent's address.
CP = COPIES
Copies of specific case files of any search type. Price varies according to document size, certification if required and court fees. Prices are at cost.
CR = BUSINESS CREDIT REPORT
The information returned may include: Executive summary, credit risk analysis, public records, industry comparison profile and trade payment history.
CS = CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
Provided the subject's name, date of birth and social security number, this search determines whether the specified company or individual possesses a DEA License to administer, sell or prescribe a controlled substance. The information returned may include: Name of company or individual, address, DEA Registration Code, Business Activity Code, drug schedules and license expiration date. Every record is assigned a Business Activity Code that identifies the type of industry the subject operates.
CU = CIVIL UPPER
A search of the county jurisdiction's civil index (provincial jurisdiction's civil index for Canadian searches) that includes issues of state civil litigation. The information returned may include: Case number, plaintiff(s), defendant(s), type of case (if on the index), disposition (if on the index), disposition date (if on the index) and judgment (if on the index).
CW = CONCEALED WEAPONS PERMIT
Given the full name and date of birth, a search of the state index to verify issue or expiration of the permit.
D5 = 5 PANEL DRUG TESTING CUP
The Onsite Instant Drug Testing Cup features a "No Step" collection device that provides an FDA Approved 5-panel drug test. Within five minutes it can expose the presence of THC, Cocaine, Opiates, and Methamphetamines & Amphetamines along with 4 Adulterant Strips that detect sample tampering using P.H., Specific Gravity, Nitrite, and Creatinine along with a Temperature Meter. A Pull-tab label conceals test results and the same container is used to ship the sample for positive confirmation if necessary. Approximately 5% of the time, positive results will need to be processed using a SAMHSA certified laboratory and confirmed by an MRO (Medical Review Officer). Orders must be placed by the box, as each one contains 25 Instant Drug Testing Cups.
D9 = 9 PANEL DRUG TESTING CUP
The Onsite Instant Drug Testing Cup features a "No Step" collection device that provides an FDA Approved 9-panel drug test. Within five minutes it can expose the presence of THC, Cocaine, Opiates, PCP & Amphetamines, Methamphetamines, Benzodiazepines, Barbiturates and Tricyclic Antidepressants along with a Temperature Meter to help detect sample tampering. A Pull-tab label conceals test results and the same container is used to ship the sample for positive confirmation if necessary. Approximately 5% of the time, positive results will be need to be processed using a SAMHSA certified laboratory and confirmed by an MRO (Medical Review Officer). Orders must be placed by the box, as each one contains 25 Instant Drug Testing Cups.
DA = DRUG ANALYSIS
Approximately 5% of the time, the Onsite Instant Drug Testing Cup will need to be shipped to a Medical Laboratory for further analysis when the test returns positive results on an applicant. These are processed using a SAMHSA certified laboratory and confirmed by an MRO (Medical Review Officer).
DB = DATE OF BIRTH SEARCH
Given the name of the subject, social security number and current resident address, we provide the subject's date of birth.
DE = DEATH CERTIFICATE
A copy of the state or county death certificate issued by the appropriate authority. Information turnaround time varies.
DF = ORAL FLUID DRUG TESTING
Oral Fluid Drug Testing provides a 5-panel test that can expose the presence of THC, Cocaine, Opiates, PCP & Amphetamines. This product features the Intercept™ "anytime, anywhere" collection device that limits the possibility of sample tampering and adulteration. This test is administered by placing a swab between the cheek and gum to obtain a sample. Results are reviewed by an MRO and processed using SAMHSA certified laboratory procedures.
DL = DRIVER’S LICENSE
A report of the state driver's license record of a subject. Availability and legal uses of the reports vary from state to state. Where applicable, each search conducted will incur a state repository fee.
DT = DOT SUBSTANCE ABUSE QUESTIONNAIRE
Department of Transportation's Mandatory Accident and Substance Abuse Survey
DU = URINALYSIS DRUG TESTING
Urinalysis Drug Testing provides industry standard 5, 7, 9 and 10 panel tests that can expose the presence of THC, Cocaine, Opiates, PCP, Amphetamines, Benzodiazepines, Barbiturates, Methaqualone, Propoxyphene & Methadone. These tests are DOT compliant, reviewed by an MRO and processed using SAMHSA certified laboratory procedures.
DV = DOT DRIVER EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION
Department of Transportation's employment verification on drivers for the last three years. The returned information may include dates of employment, salary, operation affiliation, efficiency records, safety habits, driving skill, loyalty, general conduct information, reason for leaving, history of driving record.
E1 = EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION (SINGLE)
Given a resume or application, we can verify dates of employment, position(s) held, salary, and eligibility for rehire (if not prohibited by company policy) for last (1) employer or current employer only.
ED = EDUCATION VERIFICATION
Confirmation of the subject's claimed educational credentials (high school, college, professional, doctorate, or technical degrees). Search confirms highest degree completed or enrolled.
EV = EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION
Given a resume or application, we can verify dates of employment, position(s) held, salary, and eligibility for rehire (if not prohibited by company policy) for last 3 employers or past 5 years.
F = FELONY
A search of felony records in a specific county jurisdiction. Canadian searches are conducted in a Queen's Bench Court. Canadian equivalent to a Felony = Indictable. Information returned may include the individual's name as it appears in court records, date of birth, social security number, address, driver's license number, file date, charge(s), disposition of each charge, sentence and disposition date. Additionally, this search request checks an applicant against statewide repositories located in AR, AZ, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, OH, OR, TN, UT, TX, WA, WI and Riverside CA to determine if additional counties with infractions exist that pertain to an individual being screened.
FA = FAA AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION
A listing of the type, owner, tail number and age of an aircraft by owner's name or tail number.
FB = FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
Given the name of the subject, we search the county or state to determine if the subject owns or has owned a business under a fictitious business name. Report may include: Name of business, date of filing, business address and the principals.
FC = FEDERAL CRIMINAL
A search within a specific federal jurisdiction for federal criminal records. Will include any felonies and misdemeanors found at the federal court. Information returned is the same as Felony and Misdemeanor.
FE = FEDERAL EXCLUSION
A search of a national repository which identifies the names of individuals, entities, and contractors that are excluded governmentwide, unless otherwise noted, from Federal Procurement and Sales Programs, Nonprocurement Programs, and financial and nonfinancial benefits. Information returned may include: Name, address, city, state, zip, sanction date, sanction type, reinstatement date, specialty, and imposing agency.
FL = FEDERAL CIVIL
A search within a specific federal jurisdiction that includes federal issues. Information returned may include: Case number, file date, plaintiff(s), defendant(s), type of case, disposition and disposition date.
FM = FELONY AND MISDEMEANOR
A search of the county seat (Provincial Queen's Bench Court for Canadian searches) for any criminal records. Information returned includes: Felony (CN = Indictable), Misdemeanor (CN = Summary) and Criminal Traffic. It also may include the individual's name as it appears in court records, date of birth, social security number, address, driver's license number, file date, charge(s), disposition of each charge, sentence and disposition date. Additionally, this search request checks an applicant against statewide repositories located in AR, AZ, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, OH, OR, TN, UT, TX, WA, WI and Riverside CA to determine if additional counties with infractions exist that pertain to an individual being screened.
FP = FAA PILOT ACCIDENTS AND INCIDENTS
Accidents and incidents on record. Returned information may include: dates, description, source of information, and date of verification.
FX = FAA MECHANIC LICENSE VERIFICATION
Returned information may include: type of license, license number, issue date, status, source of information, and date of verification.
GL = GOVERNMENT WATCH LIST REPORT
A search for Specially Designated Narcotics Traffickers, Terrorists and Denied Persons defined by the US Department of Commerce. Returned data may include Name, Aliases (AKA’s), Date of Birth (DOB), Country of Origin, Address, City and State.
LA = LAWYER BACKGROUND
A search of the State Bar Association to determine the status of a lawyer's bar credentials.
M = MISDEMEANOR
A search of the jurisdiction's (provincial court jurisdiction for Canadian searches) criminal misdemeanor (CN = Summary) records. Information returned may include the individual's name as it appears in court records, date of birth, social security number, address, driver's license number, file date, charge(s), disposition of each charge and the sentence and disposition date. Additionally, this search request checks an applicant against statewide repositories located in AR, AZ, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, OH, OR, TN, UT, TX, WA, WI and Riverside CA to determine if additional counties with infractions exist that pertain to an individual being screened.
MA = MARRIAGE LICENSE
Search for marriage licenses in a specific jurisdiction. Includes the license number, the date issued, the date of marriage and the parties. May include witnesses.
ME = MEDICARE EXCLUSION
A search of the national repository which identifies those individuals who may no longer be capable of providing Medicare benefits resulting from a government placed sanction. Information returned may include: Name, date of birth, social security number, sanction date, sanction type, reinstatement date and medical specialty.
ML = MEDICAL LICENSE VERIFICATION
This report searches the state repository to verify a medical license. Information returned may include: Subject's name, date of birth, social security number, type of license issued, date of issuance, expiration date, license number as well as any disciplinary actions taken against the subject including date of action.
MT = MORTGAGE SEARCH
A search of the county index to determine if a current mortgage exists, the amount, securer and debtor.
NC = CHOICEPOINT NATIONAL CRIMINAL FILE
This search covers all 50 states and uses an Applicant's Name, Date of Birth (DOB), Social Security Number and Residential Address to search against a comprehensive data file of more than 100,000,000 criminal conviction records representing approximately 62,000,000 individuals from multiple criminal record repositories.
OF = OFFICIAL RECORDS INDEX
A search of the county index that includes a book and page number for liens, judgment, satisfactions, financial instruments, power of attorney, deeds and wills. Not available in all counties.
PC = PRE-EMPLOYMENT CREDIT CHECK
Given the subjects consent/release with the full name, including "Jr. or Sr.", social security number and full address, a credit report from a national bureau is provided. The account numbers, identification of spouse and age are not provided on the report.
PR = PROBATE
Search of the probate index at the county level. Usually produces case number, file date, relationship to case, name of deceased and closed date.
R1 = REFERENCE CHECK-PERSONAL (SINGLE)
Given a resume or application, we will verify a single reference provided by the applicant. Information returned usually includes: Length of time known, in what capacity, general impressions, strengths / weaknesses, ability to interact with others and reasons for no recommendation.
RB = REFERENCE CHECK-BUSINESS
We will check the business references provided on a subject's resume or application for employment for the last 3 employers or past 5 years. Information returned may include: Subject's name, company name and address of reference, starting pay, ending pay, departure reason, eligibility for rehire, performance and attendance record. Point of contact including title and phone number may be provided.
RF = REFERENCE CHECK-PERSONAL
Given a resume or application, we will verify up to three references provided by the applicant. Information returned usually includes: Length of time known, in what capacity, general impressions, strengths / weaknesses, ability to interact with others and reasons for no recommendation.
RN = REAL PROPERTY (BY NAME)
A search of the specific city or county for any property currently owned by the subject. Information returned usually includes: Address, the legal address, owner(s), file or portfolio number, current taxes assessed and current taxes paid.
RP = REAL PROPERTY (BY ADDRESS)
A search of the specific city or county for the property at the specifed address. Information returned usually includes: Address, the legal address, owner(s), file or portfolio number, current taxes assessed and current taxes paid.
SE = SEC FILINGS
A search of the Securities and Exchange Commission's EDGAR database to determine if a company has filings with the SEC. Copies of those filings are a separate search request.
SO = SEXUAL OFFENDER
A search of the state or county repository for known sexual offenders. Rules vary from state to state regarding the dissemination of this data. Information returned may include: Subject's name, date of birth, social security number, address, race, sex, height, weight, hair and eye color, distinguishing marks, alias(es), FBI and state offender number and offense.
SS = SOCIAL SECURITY VERIFICATION
An instant search that can be conducted using ADREM Advantage. Given a name and social security number, we can establish which consumers are associated with the same number and define the persons address history up to the past seven years.
SW = STATEWIDE CRIMINAL HISTORY
Report, usually from the state law enforcement bureau, that reveals criminal arrest history. Turnaround time varies. Release requirements vary. A report of this nature has limited uses and may not reflect public records at the county level. Reports also contain many entries that are not public record.
TE = TELEPHONE TRACE
Given a telephone number with the area code, we determine the address of the listed caller. Or given the address, we determine the phone number of the listed caller.
TG = LICENSE PLATE OWNERSHIP
A search of a tag number in a specific state. Some states restrict the availability and uses of this information. Information returned usually includes: the vehicle identification number (VIN), vehicle type, year and owner(s).
TL = TRADE LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION
Verification of specific professional or occupational licensing required to perform a task.
TX = TAX LIEN
A search at the county level for federal, state or local tax liens(Client must specify which one). Information returned may include: File number, address, name(s), date filed, dollar amount and whether the lien has been satisfied. If satisfied, the date of satisfaction.
UC = UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE
UCC records filed with the Secretary of State provide information about personal property secured collateral filings and certain specific liens. This can tell you if claims have been filed against the same collateral used when an applicant pledges collateral on a loan. Returned information may include: File number, Debtor's name and address, secured parties' names and addresses, Collateral description (e.g., real estate, inventory, equipment), Amendments, terminations and continuations.
VR = VEHICLE REGISTRATION
Registration information of a specific vehicle kept on file by the state.
WC = WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
A check of state or regional records for evidence of any workers' compensation claim(s) made by the subject. Information returned varies from state to state and may include file or case number, ID information, nature of injury and date of claim. Turnaround times vary state to state. NOTE: Use of workers' compensation information is strictly REGULATED by each state. A release is often required. Some states require the release to be notarized.