I am mainly looking for a credit report, and a reliable, comprehensive background check (for felonies and/or sexual offenses). 

Originally posted by @Ariel Cohen:@David Dachtera My point was the HE had no experience or education in REI yet was able to do deal because he had the drive to do it....yet he also had to "learn by doing", which is usually the best learning in terms of quality, but also the highest risk because the danger of ending up being fined or unknowingly committing a tort - or even a felony offense!

Be sure to look into credit, criminal, and eviction history for any prospective tenants.  3x rent is pretty common and yes, it is what I would want for a higher end property as well.  

Does anyone else use the PAeDocket app for looking up the criminal history of potential tenants?

(No offense but I'm sure you know that vibe.)

Credit score, credit report, criminal background, and an eviction report.

I would think your alternative would be the proper way to do this rather than the shortcut criminal act you suggested.

We normally charge exactly what the system requires to run a background check (Around $30 or $40)Analyze their credit report and if you feel comfortable, do a background check and make sure their criminal history checks out.Another key factor is employment history.

I worked in criminal justice for almost 20 years.    

Eventually I was contacted by the criminal investigation unit of the IRS and the FBI.