A Seattle public school failed to properly screen taxi cabs utilized to transport children to and from school. Many times these children include those with disabilities and could easily be at risk from drivers with either a criminal record or sex offender history. A driving record history check should also be a part of the vetting process. Background screening of drivers used to transport at risk populations like children should always take place before utilizing their service. A recent claim has also been made stating that taxi cabs used in Chicago to transport student do not all have permits and have not been thoroughly vetted. School districts are responsible for the safety of their students while at school and getting to and from school. All drivers involved in transporting students should be property screened which would include a criminal background check. To read more about this subject read recent press release found at: http://www.criminalbackgroundrecords.com/news/2013-7-15-Taking-a-Taxi-or-Limo.html