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How far back can you check criminal records in Tennessee?

Updated: Dec 16, 2020


Every state has different requirements as per the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) on the reporting of criminal records.


A criminal history check in Tennessee can literally go back for 25-30 years for employment and housing purposes.


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There are some states that can legally go back as far as information is publicly obtainable and then there are other states where you can only go back 7 years from the date of the background check request.