Uncover Litigation History and Civil Court Records

Landmark Investigations provides civil background checks in Nacogdoches, Texas to reveal lawsuit history, restraining orders, bankruptcies, judgments, and court dispositions.

You are hiring a contractor, entering a business partnership, or renting property to someone in Nacogdoches, and you want to know whether the person has a history of lawsuits, unpaid judgments, restraining orders, or bankruptcy filings that could indicate financial instability or a pattern of legal disputes. Criminal background checks do not capture this information, and civil court records are stored separately across county and district court systems that are not always easy to search on your own.

Landmark Investigations searches lawsuit and litigation history, restraining orders, small claims records, bankruptcy filings, judgment and lien searches, and court disposition verification to give you a complete picture of someone's civil legal background. Every record retrieved is verified for accuracy, and the results are organized in a report that shows the case type, filing date, court location, and current status.

If you need to review someone's civil court history before making a business or personal decision in Nacogdoches, contact Landmark Investigations to discuss the scope of the search.

What Gets Searched and Reported

Your civil background check begins when you provide the subject's full legal name, approximate date of birth if known, and any addresses or business names associated with the person in Nacogdoches. Landmark Investigations then searches county civil courts, district courts, bankruptcy court filings, small claims court records, and judgment and lien databases across the jurisdictions you specify.

After the search is complete, you receive a report that lists each civil case found, including the case number, filing date, court name, the parties involved, the type of case such as breach of contract or eviction, and the final disposition if the case has been resolved. If there are active judgments, liens, or restraining orders, those are highlighted along with the amounts owed or the expiration dates.

Most civil background checks are completed within three to five business days depending on how many counties are searched and whether the subject has a common name that requires additional verification. The search does not include sealed or expunged records, and it only covers jurisdictions where the subject has lived or conducted business unless you request a broader statewide search.

Common Questions About Civil Searches

People ordering civil background checks usually ask about the difference between civil and criminal records, what types of cases will show up, and how far back the search will go.

What is the difference between a civil and criminal background check?
A criminal background check searches for arrests, convictions, and pending criminal charges, while a civil background check searches for lawsuits, judgments, liens, bankruptcies, restraining orders, and other non-criminal court cases. Civil records reveal financial disputes, contract issues, and legal conflicts that do not involve criminal prosecution.
What types of cases show up in a civil background check?
Civil background checks include lawsuit and litigation history, small claims cases, restraining orders, eviction proceedings, bankruptcy filings, unpaid judgments, liens, and court dispositions. Each case is listed with the court name, case number, filing date, and current status.
How far back do civil searches go?
Most civil searches go back seven to ten years depending on the jurisdiction and the type of case, though older records can be searched if requested. Bankruptcies remain on public record for ten years, and judgments may be visible until they are satisfied or expire.
Can you search for restraining orders?
Yes, restraining orders and protective orders are included in civil background checks when they are filed in civil or family court. The search will reveal whether the subject has been the petitioner or respondent in a restraining order case, along with the filing date, court location, and current status.
What if the person has lived in multiple states?
You specify which states or counties to search during the consultation, and Landmark Investigations will conduct the civil background check across those jurisdictions. Multi-state searches take longer but provide a more complete picture of the subject's civil legal history.

If you need to review someone's civil court history before signing a contract, hiring them, or entering a business relationship in Nacogdoches, Landmark Investigations will search the relevant jurisdictions and deliver a detailed report. Learn more about the process and typical turnaround times by reaching out directly.