| name | background-check-summary |
| title | Background Check Summarization |
| description | Summarizes raw background check data into structured executive reports with risk categorization (GREEN/YELLOW/RED). Use when processing criminal records, court filings, employment/education verification, sanctions screening, or adverse media for pre-employment screening, executive due diligence, or investment-grade investigations. |
| author | CaseMark |
| author_url | https://github.com/CaseMark/skills/tree/main/skills/legal/background-check-summary |
| license | Apache-2.0 |
| version | 0.1.0 |
| execution_mode | open |
| jurisdiction | general |
| practice | employment |
| language | en |
Background Check Summarization
Transforms raw background check data into a decision-ready summary with risk categorization and compliance flags. Output has three sections: executive summary, detailed findings, and methodology.
Quick Start
- Identify subject (name, DOB, SSN last 4, search scope)
- Categorize each check type as Pass / Flag / Pending
- Assign overall status: GREEN, YELLOW, or RED
- Surface top 2–3 findings and any compliance flags
- Append methodology and coverage limitations
Output Structure
Executive Summary
- Subject: Full name, DOB, SSN (last 4), search scope
- Overall Status: GREEN (clear) / YELLOW (requires review) / RED (adverse findings)
- Category Table: Pass/Flag/Pending per check type
- Key Findings: 2–3 most significant items
- Compliance Flags: Jurisdiction-specific requirements
Detailed Findings
Present each category with findings or explicit "No records found":
| Category | Key Data Points |
|---|
| Criminal Records (Fed/State/County) | Charges, disposition, date, jurisdiction, sentence |
| Sex Offender Registry | Status, jurisdiction |
| Civil Litigation | Case type, role, disposition, damages |
| Employment Verification | Title (claimed vs. verified), dates, departure reason |
| Education Verification | Degree (claimed vs. verified), institution, dates |
| Professional Licenses | Status, disciplinary actions |
| Sanctions/Watchlist | OFAC, BIS, state debarment |
| Adverse Media | Source, date, relevance assessment |
Methodology & Limitations
State sources searched and gaps (jurisdictions not covered, sealed records, database lag).
Risk Categorization
| Status | Criteria | Action |
|---|
| GREEN | No adverse records, all verifications confirmed | Proceed |
| YELLOW | Minor discrepancies, old/minor offenses, items needing context | Human review required |
