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Background Check

GBRC is committed to maintaining a safe environment for employees, volunteers, and those we serve. Background checks ensures we uphold the highest standards of integrity, security, and compliance. These checks help us protect sensitive information, foster a culture of accountability, and safeguard the well-being of our community. By participating in this process, we demonstrate our dedication to ethical practices and the responsible fulfillment of our mission. Please copy and paste link to your browser or type the below into a web browser. 

To obtain a SLED (South Carolina Law Enforcement Division) background check for your organization, you can follow these steps:

  1. Visit SLED’s Website: Go to the [SLED CATCH portal](https://catch.sled.sc.gov/) (Citizens Access to Criminal Histories) to request background checks online. 
  2. Complete the Form: Fill out the required information, including the name and details of the individual(s) for whom the background check is being requested.
  3. Pay the Fee: The standard fee is $25 per check, but charitable organizations may qualify for a reduced fee of $8. Payment can be made online using major credit/debit cards.
  4. https://www.sled.sc.gov/cjis Click the Public Records Tab and drop down to background check. 

If you prefer a mail-in request, you’ll need to send a Criminal Records Check Form, proper payment, and a self-addressed stamped envelope to:

SLED Records Department

PO Box 21398

Columbia, SC 29221-1398

For more detailed information, you can explore: https://www.sled.sc.gov/cjis                                                                                      Download background check form: SLEDCATCHFormfillable.pdf