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Live Scan Fingerprinting: What You Need to Know

Many employers now require a background check before offering a job or as a condition of employment. This is especially common in school districts, churches, youth clubs, daycare centers, foster care, and adoption applications.

The Live Scan Process

Complete the Required Form – Applicants must fill out the BCIA 8016, Request for Live Scan Service form provided by the requesting agency.
Bring a Valid ID – A government-issued photo ID (such as a driver’s license, passport, or state ID) is required. Expired IDs are not accepted.
Fingerprinting & Submission – A Certified Fingerprint Roller electronically scans and transmits the applicant’s fingerprints to the Department of Justice (DOJ) and/or the FBI for processing.
Background Check Processing – The fingerprints are matched against existing records.
- No matches? Clearance is typically received within 48 to 72 hours.
- Match found? A DOJ or FBI technician reviews the report, which may cause delays.

Additional Important Information

Fees & Payment: Costs vary based on DOJ/FBI processing fees and the rolling fee. Some employers cover the cost, while others require applicants to pay.
Where Results Are Sent: The requesting agency (not the Live Scan provider) receives results directly. Applicants should follow up with their agency for status updates.
Rejections & Resubmissions: If fingerprints are unreadable, applicants may need to resubmit them at no extra charge if done within 30 days.
Privacy & Security: Fingerprint data is securely transmitted and not stored by the Live Scan provider.
Out-of-State Requirements: California Live Scan only works within the state. Applicants needing fingerprinting for out-of-state purposes may require traditional ink fingerprinting instead

Service Coverage Areas

We proudly provide mobile Live Scan services throughout Napa, Solano, Sonoma, Marin, and Northern Contra Costa Counties. Our on-site service allows us to come directly to businesses, schools, sports teams, non-profits, and other organizations for hassle-free fingerprinting.

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Acceptable forms of ID:

State-issued driver’s license
US passport or passport card
Foreign passport with appropriate Immigration Document)s) Form I-94
Federal Government Personal Identity Verification Card (PIV)
Uniformed Services Identification Card
Department of Defense Common Access Card
USCIS – Permanent Resident Card (I-551)
USCIS – Employment Authorization Card (I-766)
Federal, state, or local government agency ID card with photograph

Fees

The rolling fee is $25 with a $20 travel fee (if you are within 15 mi)per person plus the predetermined DOJ agency fee (typically $32 – 49, but may be more).

For groups of 10 or more, $25 per person, the travel fee will be waived, plus the predetermined DOJ agency fee (typically $32 – 49, but maybe more).

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Common Questions

Where do I get a Live Scan Form?

You will receive the Live Scan form from the agency that is requesting you get a Live Scan of your fingerprints. The Live Scan form must have ORI#/Type/Title completed by the agency giving you the form. If you need a blank form you can get one here; Live Scan Request Form (BCIA 8016) – For General Use (https://oag.ca.gov/sites/all/files/agweb/pdfs/fingerprints/forms/BCIA_8016.pdf)

What happens if my fingerprints match prints in the DOJ or FBI Database?

If there is a match in the fingerprint database you can request a copy of your Criminal History to review for accuracies and completeness at https://oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/record-review

What happens if I don't hear from DOJ or FBI?

If you do not hear from DOJ or FBI then you can send a request for Background Check Status at: https://applicantstatus.doj.ca.gov/ (Need ATI number that was issued at the time of the Live Scan and birthdate).