What Is Live Scan Fingerprinting?
Live Scan fingerprinting is the process of capturing fingerprints electronically. Generally, Live Scan fingerprints are transmitted electronically for submission to agencies like the FBI, FINRA, or state-regulated agencies. Live Scan fingerprints may also be archived with PrintScan and used to generate fingerprint cards or create EFT (Electronic Fingerprint Transmission) files. There is no ink involved in providing a live scan fingerprinting service.
PrintScan staff members use our custom-built Live Scan systems to roll your fingerprints across a glass screen. This screen captures the detail and sequence of your fingerprints and displays them on the computer screen. Live Scan fingerprinting is a preferred method of fingerprint capture for most of our clients.
The advantage of Live Scan fingerprinting provides a much cleaner and clearer image of your fingerprints and reduces the chance for prints to be rejected for poor quality. Live Scan does not guarantee your fingerprints will be accepted, but it significantly reduces the chances of a rejection.
Live Scan Fingerprinting Process
- Step 1: Choose the appropriate service for your requirement.
- Step 2: Choose a location and make an appointment.
- Step 3: Receive an email confirmation and appear for your fingerprint appointment with a valid, government issued photo ID.
Live Scan Fingerprint Appointments are generally completed in a matter of minutes!
What Type of Background Check Do You Need?
Employment Background Check
Authorized Recipient clients can require a complete and thorough criminal history report.
Make An AppointmentForeign Travel or Work Background Check
Traveling to certain countries requires a Visa application and a recent background check.
Make An AppointmentPersonal Review Background Check
Do you know what is on your record? Make sure that incorrect data is not hurting your chances for a job or promotion.
Make An AppointmentAdoption Background Check
Many countries require a background check before allowing foreign adoptions.
Make An AppointmentAttorney Requests Background Check
An attorney may need to request a background check for use in court related matters.
Make An AppointmentCourt Related Matters Background Check
A background check may be used to seal, expunge, or remove inaccurate criminal history.
Make An AppointmentStudent Visa Background Check
Many countries require a background check before issuing travel, work, student Visas.
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What services does PrintScan offer via Electronic Fingerprinting?
FBI Channeling & FBI Background Check Services
FINRA Electronic Fingerprint Submissions
State of Florida Live Scan
Fingerprint Archiving & VaultID Services
EFT File Creation for the ATF
EFT File Creation for SWFT
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