How do I check if used iphone is stolen

There used to be an official Apple page where you could check the phone's Activation Lock Status, but it was summarily removed cause the miscreants were somehow abusing the feature. So anything mentioning that page is outdated and of historical nature. If you're in a face-to-face with the seller, just watch them carry out each of the steps listed on top here (can skip #2 if they don't want): What to do before selling or giving away your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

If they cannot complete them, then there's something dodgy on the phone. Check also here: Find My iPhone Activation Lock - Apple Support

Hello,

I dont believe Apple has a article on this.

I will always suggest buying any Apple product from Apple's website, an Apple Store, a Apple Authorized Reseller or someone trustworthy such as a family member. With this you know what you are getting.

If you are buying from a random person/website the seller can lie to you about the iPhone which may cause more problems.

Find Locations - Apple

You can also check out a Apple's refurbished website(U.S. site) here:

Refurbished and Clearance - Apple Certified

You can use a service from apple called "Activation Lock". Usually the previous owner of the device will set a lock on their if it is lost or stolen from them. In case if they are selling the phone, they will not be doing that. You can check whether the activation lock is on for a device by just logging into apples find page. Find My iPhone Activation Lock - Apple Support,

I have read this info on a blog http://technicles.com/apple-activation-lock-service-to-your-rescue-check-for-sto len-iphone-ipad-ipod/

http://www.wikihow.com/Check-if-an-iPhone-Is-Stolen

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How do I check if used iphone is stolen