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# National Criminal Database Information

## State-by-state breakdown of National Criminal Database and Sex Offender search coverage.

It is important to understand the level of criminal search you are requesting, and the coverage that comes with it. If you have questions, or would like help identifying which type of criminal search is best suited for your organization, please [contact us](https://www.verifirst.com/contact?hsLang=en) directly.

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