Criminal Record Check

The Grand Falls Police Force now offers an online process for individuals needing a police screening check for volunteer or employment purposes.

 

The system allows you to apply for a police screening check 24 hours a day, without having to attend our facility. You can also go in person to the police force offices, located at 131 Pleasant, Grand Falls.

 

The offices are open between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Police Force administrative offices are closed on statutory holidays.

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Criminal Record Check — $35.00

Vulnerable Sector Check — $55.00

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Application Requirements

• Applicants must be residents of the Grand Falls or Drummond neighborhoods.

• Residents of the LSD of Grand Falls, LSD of Drummond and Saint-André neighborhood are required to submit their application at the RCMP office in St-Léonard. 

• Applications cannot be processed on the same day.

• The standard processing time for a criminal record check is 10 business days from the date of submission.

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Vulnerable Sector Check

• A vulnerable sector check is required for applicants seeking paid or volunteer positions that involve contact with children under the age of 18 or any other vulnerable individuals. 

• Examples of such positions include teachers, social workers, daycare workers, children’s sports coaches, healthcare workers, recreational program leaders, tutors, community or religious leaders and residential support staff.

• A vulnerable sector check determines whether a person has a criminal record or a sexual offence conviction for which they’ve received a pardon.

• In certain cases, applicants may be required to provide fingerprints for submission to the RCMP National Repository of Criminal Records.

• A vulnerable person is an individual who, due to age, disability, or other circumstances, is at increased risk of harm, abuse or exploitation.

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Apply online

To apply for a criminal record check or vulnerable sector check online, click the button below. You must be able to verify your identity to complete the online application.

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For volunteers

• Volunteers seeking a fee exemption must appear in person at the Police Force office.

• You will be required to provide:

  •  Two government-issued identification documents that verify your name, date of birth and validate the place of residence in Grand Falls or Drummond.

  • At least one of the documents must be a government-issued photo ID.

  • A letter on the organization’s letterhead requesting the check. The letter must include:

    • The applicant’s full name.

    • Their role and whether it involves working with or being responsible for children or vulnerable individuals.

    • Whether the position is paid or volunteer.

    • The full name, title, and contact information of the person requesting the Criminal Record Check. 

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​Fingerprints

Fingerprint services are offered on Wednesdays by appointment only; please call (506) 475-7767 to schedule. Two pieces of appropriate identification confirming your name, date of birth, and address will be required. At least one of the identification documents must include a photo. The cost for this service is $57.50 (tax included).