FAQs Archive - Page 4 of 5

Q: Is there a student rate for Police Information Checks?

No. You must pay the $70 fee. You may be able to submit the receipt with your income tax return if the check is a requirement for your schooling. Additionally – practicum placements are not volunteer positions as you will receive education credits – you will need to pay to have your police record check done.

Q: If I have a Criminal Record of Convictions will I get a print out of it with my Police Information Check?

No. If you have convictions you will be able to complete a self declaration of these when you apply for your Police Information Check. If you declaration is accurate and matches what we locate on our systems it will be verified. If it is inaccurate you will be required to submit fingerprints to RCMP Ottawa .

Q: Will the results of the check be mailed to the organization requesting it?

No. We release the results to the applicant only. It is your responsibility to pick up your check and provide it to the organization.

Q: How long are the Police Information Checks good for?

Victoria Police Department does not put an expiry date on these documents. The employer or volunteer agency must determine how old a record check can be that they will still accept.