Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check Expiry in Western Australia (WA)

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If your Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check is older than three 3 months, it is generally time to renew it before you apply for an employment position.

Even though a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check certificate is transferable among the various States and Territories in Australia, most organisations and agencies will not accept a result older than 3 months for any of;

• Paid employment,
• Licensing
• Accreditation and other purposes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check is required for .

Does a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check expire ?

A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check does not expire in the technical sense but remains at the candidate's disposal. However, the Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check result tends to reduce validity among employers as the period continues to stretch.

It means that a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check obtained a month ago is preferable to nationally coordinated criminal history checks older than 6 months in most formal settings.

So, the Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check is only as valid as the exigencies of the purpose.

Is it lawful for an employer to refuse a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check ?

Every organization can interpret the result of a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check depending on their internal risk mitigation strategy. However, the internal risk policies must not fall outside the Privacy Act or Human rights legislation.

Also, employers have the right to protect their establishments from frauds, scams and losses in the most legal way possible. And this can include setting a benchmark for the Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check results they accept.

What happens if my Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check is considered expired?

The only legitimate thing you can do when your Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check certificate is older than 3 months is to order an updated check. It can also be called renewing your Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check application.

When you apply online via the ANCC, the renewal can be completed online to process and receive. However, candidates can also apply via the local Police or their Local Post office.

How to renew a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check

• Online renewal/application

Some approved service providers like ANCC provide full online services to help candidates renew their checks. The procedures are easily completed with a PC, Tablet or Mobile device, and within minutes.

Candidates who apply online will receive an electronic copy of their Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check results via email.

This procedure for a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check is well suited to applicants with rigid schedules and requires less fuss.

Process to order a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check online

Candidates often get confused with the word “renewing” a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check . However, in the real sense, what people do is a new Check application. The process is similar to applying for a new Check if you got yours recently.

The IDs and data you provide for a “renewal” are the same as those for starting a new Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

✔ Step 1

Click the "Start Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check" option on the portal of the Australian National Character Check.

✔ Step 2

Fill out the application form provided with accurate details of the examples listed above.

✔ Step 3

Fill in all contact details and extra information required on the Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. Cross-check previous data you entered.

✔ Step 4

Select and fill the purpose of the Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check application; probity, employment, and so on.

✔ Step 5

Complete payments via any of the online options; PayPal, Debit/Credit card, and co.

✔ Step 6

Provide the requested Identification documents by;

• Taking photos
• Scanning and uploading
• Mailing copies (in the case of a physical application)

✔ Step 7

Send all IDs before you can finally submit a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check application.

✔ Step 8

Sign the informed consent online before submitting the Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check application.

✔ Step 9

Use the “Track a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check” option on the website to track the status of the application. The PDF certificates are also downloadable.

✔ Step 10

Get an electronic copy of the Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check result. It is sent to the submitted Email address on your application.

If you request the hard copy, it will follow your submitted postal address.

• Local Police Station or a Post Office

You can always apply through the local WA Police office close to your residence to get a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check result.

The application process may involve a physical visit to the Police office, including completing paper-based applications. The ID verification process may need to be completed in person.

Such physical applications can also be completed through the WA Post office.

Completed Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check results are mailed back to the candidate.

How long does a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check last?

The Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check certificate is a point-in-time check that does not disclose criminal records past the date of issue. It means that employers or other requesting agencies will not assess the candidate's recent conviction records if it is older than 3 months.

Therefore, like the original Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check records, the renewed certificate will not remain valid for longer than 3 months.

Can I renew my Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check in a different location?

An Australian Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check is a nationwide scheme and remains the same all through the States and Territories in Australia. You can make a successful renewal anywhere in any State or Territory of Australia and not only .

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