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Live Scan Fingerprinting

Fast, secure electronic fingerprinting for licensing, employment, and background checks—agency-approved and same-day scanning.

Why Clients Trust Our Live Scan

Rapid Results

Electronic fingerprinting with results sent directly to your agency—often within 24–48 hours.

Secure Transmission

State-of-the-art encryption guarantees your fingerprints are safely delivered to DOJ & FBI.

Multilingual Support

Spanish and Arabic assistance available for a smooth check-in and data review.

Agency Approved

Our system is certified by California DOJ and FBI for licensing, employment, and background checks.

What Is Live Scan?

Live Scan is an electronic fingerprint capture service that submits your prints directly to the California DOJ and FBI for background checks.

When Do You Need It?

  • Professional or contractor licensing
  • School or volunteer background checks
  • Employment screening
  • Foster care or adoption processing

How It Works

  1. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID.
  2. Complete and sign the Live Scan Request Form (BCIA 8016).
  3. Have your fingerprints electronically scanned.
  4. We transmit immediately and email you proof of submission.

What You Need

BCIA 8016 – Live Scan Request

Download PDF

Valid Photo ID

Fees & Payment

Service Fee

$25

CA DOJ Fee

$70

FBI Fee

$35

Final total = Service fee + CA DOJ fee + FBI fee.

Cities We Serve Within 50 Miles of San Diego

San DiegoChula VistaEl CajonLa MesaSanteeNational CityLemon GroveSpring ValleyLakesideBonitaImperial BeachPowayCoronadoCarlsbadEncinitasEscondidoVistaSan MarcosDel MarSolana BeachRancho Santa FeAlpine

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Request Live Scan Appointment

Fill out this quick form and we’ll reserve your spot—fast, secure, and compliant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to bring?

A government-issued photo ID and your completed BCIA 8016 form.

How soon will results arrive?

Most agencies receive electronic results within 24–48 hours of your scan.

Do I need an appointment?

Walk-ins are welcome; scheduling ahead guarantees fastest service.

Which agencies accept Live Scan?

Licensing boards, employers, schools, and volunteer organizations statewide.