CRJMC vs CPIC Explained

What Shows Up on a CRJMC Check That Doesn’t Show on CPIC?

Understanding why CRJMC checks are more comprehensive than basic CPIC checks

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If you’re applying for a BC Security Guard License or a position of trust, you’ve likely been asked for a CRJMC check instead of a basic CPIC check. But what’s the difference? CRJMC checks cost more ($60 vs $40) because they reveal significantly more information. Here’s exactly what shows up on CRJMC that you won’t see on CPIC.

Quick Answer:

CRJMC checks include everything in a CPIC check PLUS:

  • ✓ Outstanding criminal charges
  • ✓ Active warrants
  • ✓ Peace bonds (Section 810 orders)
  • ✓ Probation orders
  • ✓ Prohibition orders
  • ✓ Absolute & conditional discharges

What CPIC Shows (The Basics)

A basic CPIC (Canadian Police Information Centre) check searches the national database for criminal convictions only. This includes:

  • • Summary convictions (disclosed for 5 years after sentence completion)
  • • Indictable convictions (disclosed indefinitely)
  • • Youth criminal records (if applicable disclosure rules met)

What CPIC does NOT show: Charges that were withdrawn, dismissed, stayed, or are still pending trial. It also doesn’t show judicial orders, warrants, or discharges.

What CRJMC Adds (The Judicial Matters)

CRJMC stands for Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check. It includes everything in CPIC plus these additional judicial matters:

JUDICIAL MATTER

Outstanding Charges

Any pending criminal charges that haven’t yet been resolved in court. This includes charges you’ve been arrested for but haven’t gone to trial yet.

JUDICIAL MATTER

Warrants

All active warrants including arrest warrants, bench warrants (failure to appear), and outstanding warrants from other jurisdictions.

JUDICIAL MATTER

Peace Bonds

Section 810 peace bonds requiring you to keep the peace and be of good behavior. These are court orders, not convictions, but still appear on CRJMC.

JUDICIAL MATTER

Probation Orders

Active probation orders and conditional sentence orders. This includes any conditions you must follow as part of your sentence (curfews, reporting requirements, etc.).

JUDICIAL MATTER

Prohibition Orders

Court orders prohibiting certain activities like driving, possessing firearms, or contacting specific individuals. These restrictions are disclosed on CRJMC.

JUDICIAL MATTER

Discharges

Absolute discharges (1 year) and conditional discharges (3 years). After the disclosure period, they’re automatically purged. Not shown on CPIC.

⚠️ Why Security Guards Need CRJMC

BC Security Guard Licenses require CRJMC checks because security personnel are in positions of trust with access to sensitive areas. Employers need to know about outstanding charges and judicial orders – not just past convictions. A person with pending assault charges or an active warrant wouldn’t be suitable for security work, even if they don’t have a conviction yet.

CPIC vs CRJMC: What’s Disclosed

Information Type CPIC CRJMC
Criminal Convictions ✓ ✓
Outstanding Charges ✗ ✓
Warrants ✗ ✓
Peace Bonds ✗ ✓
Probation Orders ✗ ✓
Prohibition Orders ✗ ✓
Discharges ✗ ✓

Frequently Asked Questions

What does CRJMC stand for?

CRJMC stands for Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check. It’s a comprehensive background check that includes both criminal convictions (from CPIC) and outstanding judicial matters like charges, warrants, and court orders.

Do outstanding charges show up on a CRJMC check?

Yes, outstanding charges show up on CRJMC checks but NOT on basic CPIC checks. This includes any pending criminal charges that haven’t yet been resolved in court. This is one of the main differences between CPIC and CRJMC.

Will warrants show on my CRJMC check?

Yes, all active warrants appear on CRJMC checks including arrest warrants, bench warrants, and outstanding warrants. These do not show on basic CPIC checks which only report convictions.

Do peace bonds appear on CRJMC checks?

Yes, active peace bonds (Section 810 orders) appear on CRJMC checks. Peace bonds are court orders requiring someone to keep the peace and be of good behavior. They are not convictions but are considered judicial matters.

Will my probation order show on a CRJMC check?

Yes, active probation orders show on CRJMC checks. This includes standard probation, conditional sentence orders, and any conditions you’re required to follow as part of your sentence. These don’t appear on basic CPIC checks.

Do absolute and conditional discharges show on CRJMC?

Yes, both absolute discharges (for 1 year) and conditional discharges (for 3 years) appear on CRJMC checks during their disclosure periods. After the period expires, they’re purged from the system. CPIC checks do not show discharges.

Why do security guards need CRJMC instead of CPIC?

BC Security Guard Licenses require CRJMC checks because security personnel are in positions of trust and may have access to sensitive areas. Employers need to know about outstanding charges, warrants, and judicial orders – not just past convictions. This is why CRJMC is mandatory for all BC security licenses.

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