How Long Do Convictions Stay On Your Dbs Record?

Will a caution from 6 years ago show on a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check? When it comes to cautions, it’s important to note that offenses committed by individuals who were aged 18 or older at the time are taken into account for filtering on a DBS check after a 6-year period has passed. On the other hand, youth cautions are automatically filtered out from DBS checks right from the start. To provide more clarity, let’s take a look at some examples of offenses that might be subject to filtering after these specific time frames have lapsed, including non-violent theft cases.

How long a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check remains valid is a common question. Unlike some official documents, a DBS check does not come with a fixed expiration date. Instead, the information it contains is accurate as of the date when the check was conducted. This means that the validity of a DBS check depends on the passage of time and any changes that may occur in an individual’s circumstances. It is ultimately your responsibility to determine when it is appropriate to obtain a new DBS check, taking into account factors such as the nature of your work, changes in legislation, or updated safeguarding requirements. So, while there isn’t a set duration of validity, regular assessments are advisable to ensure that you have the most up-to-date information for informed decision-making regarding safeguarding and suitability for specific roles or responsibilities.