Searching Public Records Online: Tips and Tricks
| Presenter: | Genie Tyburski, Manager, Research & Information Center, Ballard Spahr LLP | |
| Date: | 19 May 2010 | |
| Time: | 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. ET | |
| Price: | No Charge for SLA Members | |
Registration Closed |
Seminar Description
Librarians know that many government entities provide free or low-cost access to public records via the Web. But where do you start when you want to conduct a comprehensive search on a person or company? What's available for free or inexpensively? When should you use a commercial vendor? Can you really conduct a complete and accurate criminal background check online? What should it cost? What sources are useful for finding information on private companies? This program will explore the answers to these questions and more. It will provide experienced searchers with source suggestions, tips learned from private investigators, and research strategies.
Who Should Attend?
This seminar targets librarians, researchers, journalists and other professionals who need information about people or private companies. It will cover both basic and advanced techniques, but the focus will be on research strategies as well as free and low-cost resources.
Critical Learning Questions
- What are the key Web-based resources for public records research?
- What are the limitations to accessing public records online?
- How do you determine where to start the research?
- When should you use a commercial research system?
Notes
Instructions for accessing the Webcast will be e-mailed to you 2 to 3 business days prior to the event. Your registration is for one computer and one site only. You can host as many people as you like, so be sure to invite your colleagues to learn with you!
* Note: Participants registration limited to 50
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Genie Tyburski teaches online distance education classes in database research and public records research at the University of North Carolina School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Genie was recognized as one of Library Journal's Movers and Shakers 2004 and was featured in the book Law of the Super Searchers: The Online Secrets of Top Legal Researchers.
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