As long as Uber's standards remain the same from year to year, and you haven't had any new citations or criminal charges, you'll remain in good . One challenge of interpreting a background check is understanding the "lookback period" for the scope of a search versus what is reported on the criminal history section of the report. Use the upload link to supply what they ask for. Terms and Conditions. Wrapping Up. The FCRA limits reporting on any criminal arrests that failed to result in a conviction that occurred more than seven years ago. Blog; . You can always come back to us! They fill out the initial application, but never finish it. Drivers are independent contractors working on a self-employed basis, but its the Uber brand that gets the bad press and a lawsuit if a driver attacks a passenger or causes an accident.