This webpage contains resources for job applicants and employees with an arrest or conviction record, and employers who are considering whether to hire them. Background checks are an essential part of the hiring process.Here's what to know about how to run background checks in Texas. If you ask applicants for criminal history information, consider waiting until later in the hiring process to do so. A Texas background check gathers information from public records to provide employers with insight into a candidate's qualifications and eligibility for a role. Note The library cannot help you fill out forms or determine what form you should use. Whether you are struggling with the stigma of a criminal record or seeking to clear your name, understanding Texas law is crucial. Do I need to turn myself in? Does it matter that this is your firsttime arrest?