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Background Screening
Comprehensive criminal, civil, and financial record searches conducted by licensed investigators with direct courthouse access.
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Employee Verification
Employment history, education credentials, professional licenses, and reference verification — all confirmed at the primary source.
- Employment history verification
- Education credential confirmation
- Professional license checks
- Reference verification
Unmatched Expertise in Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam
While most background screening companies struggle to obtain accurate, timely records from U.S. territories, GPS and Associates has spent decades building the local knowledge, institutional relationships, and investigative infrastructure to do it right.
Conducting background checks in U.S. territories requires far more than a database query. Court records, criminal histories, and employment data in these jurisdictions are often maintained locally, require in-person access, or follow processes that differ significantly from mainland procedures. Our licensed investigators have the on-the-ground expertise to navigate these complexities and deliver accurate, complete results.
Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico maintains its own court system, criminal records infrastructure, and regulatory framework. Our investigators have direct access to Puerto Rico's local court records, the Puerto Rico Police Bureau criminal history database, and employment verification sources.
- Local court and criminal record access
- Puerto Rico Police Bureau database searches
- Spanish-language document verification
- Employment and education verification
U.S. Virgin Islands
The U.S. Virgin Islands presents unique investigative challenges — separate court systems for St. Croix and St. Thomas/St. John, limited digital record availability, and maritime employment considerations.
- St. Croix and St. Thomas/St. John court access
- VIPD criminal history searches
- Maritime credential verification
- Employment and education verification
Guam
Guam's unique position as a Pacific territory creates distinct investigative requirements — including Philippine National Bureau of Investigation checks for the large Filipino workforce and DoD contractor screening standards.
- Guam Superior Court record searches
- Philippine NBI verification for Filipino workforce
- DoD contractor screening standards
- Employment and education verification
GPS and Associates is the only background screening firm with licensed investigators and direct court access in all three U.S. territories.
How GPS and Associates Works
Every investigation follows a rigorous, FCRA-compliant process — from authorization through verified report delivery.
Consultation
We discuss your specific screening needs, jurisdiction requirements, and compliance obligations.
Authorization
We ensure proper FCRA-compliant authorization is obtained before any investigation begins.
Investigation
Licensed investigators access primary sources directly — courts, agencies, employers — not databases.
Verified Report
You receive a comprehensive, accurate report with full documentation and audit trail.
Trusted Across Industries
GPS and Associates serves organizations across every sector that requires accurate, compliant background screening.
Why HR Leaders and Compliance Officers Choose GPS and Associates
Three decades of investigative excellence, FCRA certification, and unmatched territory expertise — GPS and Associates delivers the accuracy and compliance your organization demands.
FCRA-Compliant. EEOC-Aligned. State Law Current.
GPS and Associates operates as a certified Consumer Reporting Agency under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Every investigation follows EEOC criminal history guidance, state ban-the-box laws, and applicable privacy regulations.
Founded by licensed investigators with backgrounds in law enforcement and corporate security, GPS and Associates has grown into one of the most trusted background screening firms serving U.S. territories and the mainland.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions HR professionals and compliance officers ask about background screening.
What is the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and why does it matter for background checks?
The FCRA is a federal law that governs how consumer reporting agencies collect, use, and share background check information. It requires employers to obtain written consent before running a background check, provide a copy of the report if adverse action is taken, and follow specific dispute procedures. GPS and Associates is a certified Consumer Reporting Agency operating in full FCRA compliance.
How long does a background check take?
Most background checks are completed within 3–5 business days. Territory-specific searches in Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam may take 5–10 business days due to the need for direct court access and in-person record retrieval. We provide status updates throughout the process.
Can you conduct background checks in Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam?
Yes — this is one of our core specializations. GPS and Associates has licensed investigators with direct court access, agency relationships, and on-the-ground expertise in all three U.S. territories. Most background screening companies cannot reliably serve these jurisdictions.
What is the difference between a database search and a direct courthouse search?
Database searches query aggregated records that may be incomplete, outdated, or contain errors. Direct courthouse searches retrieve records from the primary source — the actual court — ensuring accuracy and completeness. GPS and Associates conducts direct courthouse searches for all criminal record investigations.
Do you serve HR departments and compliance officers?
Yes. Our primary clients include HR professionals, compliance officers, legal departments, and corporate security teams. We provide FCRA-compliant reports with full documentation, audit trails, and adverse action support to help your organization make informed, legally defensible hiring decisions.