Live Scan Fingerprinting
What is a live fingerprint scan?
Live Scan is an inkless, electronic means of capturing fingerprints in a digitized format and then transmitting them to a state repository such as the Illinois State Police and/or the FBI. Previously, fingerprints were taken by applying ink to each finger, then rolling each finger on a fingerprint card.
What shows up on live scan fingerprinting?
What is included in a Live Scan report? A Live Scan reports all or part of your Summary Criminal History Record, and can also include your Federal Record. The Summary Criminal History Record is the criminal record kept by the California Department of Justice.
Is Live Scan a background check?
Live Scan is a form of background check required by the state and federal governments; typically for state-issued licenses, employment, or volunteer work. ... The government will check submitted fingerprints against its database to retrieve an individual's criminal record.
What is the difference between live scan and fingerprinting?
Live scan vs. ... Live scan is an inkless fingerprinting process that electronically transmits fingerprint records to the California Department of Justice in a matter of seconds. Fingerprinting is the process of capturing fingerprints electronically with our advanced live scan machine.
How long does it take to do live scan?
How long does it take to perform the Live Scan? The Live Scan fingerprinting usually takes about 10-15 minutes. You bring your Request for Live Scan Service form and a valid photo ID. The Live Scan Operator will enter your information into the Live Scan system and take your fingerprints.