How do I obtain a criminal records background check?
All requests for an Ohio civilian background check must be submitted electronically, through use of Web Check or other approved methods. There are over 550 Web Check locations available to persons seeking background checks. These locations are listed, by county, on the Attorney General’s website: www.webcheck@ ag.state.oh.us/webchcekcommunity.htm. Note: – Applicants who have never lived in Ohio require an FBI check – Applicants who have lived in Ohio from 1 day to 5 years require both BCI & FBI check – Applicants who lived in Ohio for more then 5 years require a BCI check only. Requirements for electronic submission applies only to BCI checks, FBI checks on mailed ink –rolled cards will still be accepted. All civilian background checks (both BCI & FBI) are processed through BCI & I. The FBI does not accept direct submissions for civilian background checks.
