Request Background Checks
Tier I and Tier II Individuals are required to clear a biennial background screening before participating in programs and activities involving minors. The screening includes a multi-state criminal background check and a National Sex Offender Registry check.
To request background checks, send an email to Keesha Trim (ktrim@richmond.edu) listing each person's full legal name and email address.
Each person will receive an email from the vendor, Sterling Volunteers, with a link to complete the background check information and authorization form.
FAQs
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How long does it take for a background check to be processed?
Background checks can be completed as quickly as one business day or could take longer depending on the number of aliases and prior residences and the speed of the reporting agency. For these reasons, please allow at least one to two weeks of processing time for each background check.
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Is there a charge for the background check?
At this time, there is no charge for UR-sponsored programs.