Santa Monica Notary & Live Scan

Live Scan Fingerprinting

What is Live Scan fingerprinting and what is it used for?
Live Scan fingerprinting is the process whereby fingerprints are scanned electronically and transmitted via a specialized computer terminal to the California Department of Justice; unlike the older process by applying inked fingerprint impressions onto a fingerprint card. The fingerprints, along with identifying information listed on the Request for Live Scan Service form are searched in the data files for matches that reveal whether there is criminal history on record for that individual, which in turn is used for identification, employment and licensing purposes.

What are the Live Scan Hours?
Live Scan services are available on a walk-in basis, first-come, first-serve; Monday - Friday: 10AM - 6PM. However, we encourage appointments to allows us to provide expeditious service. If you have made an appointment, you will be taken ahead of any walk-ins.

What is a Request for Live Scan Service form and where do I get one?
The Request for Live Scan Service form is a government form in triplicate. In order to be fingerprinted using Live Scan, you must obtain one of these forms first. All request for Live Scan forms have a different ORI number based on the requesting agency. Your Reuest for Live Scan form MUST have the requesting agency's ORI number for us to process your fingerprints.

What do I need to bring with me?
A Request for Live Scan Service form, which should already be completed. PLEASE NOTE! All Live Scan Request forms require an ORI Number which should be provided by the requesting agency.

A valid government-issued picture ID, such as a driver's license or passport.

Payment for the Live Scan payable in the form of exact cash, check or bank card.

What is the cost for Live Scan?
The cost for Live Scan includes a rolling fee, plus applicable State and Federal charges. The rates are currently as follows; our rolling fee is $35.00, the DOJ (Department of Justice) charge is $32.00 and the FBI fee is $19.00. All rates are subject to change. There might be additional charges depending on the type of application being processed. You will be advised of the cost once you arrive for your Live Scan.

Why do I have to be fingerprinted again if I've already been fingerprinted in the past?
(1) Per DOJ policy, sharing of criminal history is not permitted.
(2) For identification purposes.
(3) Each job/license/permit application can require a different level of service,
i.e., some require DOJ, some require both DOJ and FBI, in addition to other checks.
How long does it take to get the results back from DOJ and/or FBI?
In most cases, the results from DOJ come back within 72 hours. Please note, due to various reasons, results can be delayed. For any significant delay, DOJ will contact the requesting agency. The results from the Live Scan fingerprinting are either emailed or sent to the requesting agency listed on the Request for Live Scan Service form. Once the Live Scan process has been completed at our facility, please direct all inquiries to the agency handling your employment or licensing.

What if I submitted fingerprints and have not received a response?
If a requesting agency does not have results within seven days and digital Live Scan fingerprints were submitted, you may use the automated telephone system to check on your submission.

24-HOUR Automated Telephone Service : (916) 227-4557

What form(s) should I bring?
The appropriate form depends on the agency requesting your Live Scan service. You will need to bring three (3) copies of your Live Scan service request with you. Below you will find some of the more common forms. PLEASE NOTE: it is YOUR responsibility to check to make sure you have the correct form and service level. If you provide the incorrect form and need to redo your Live Scan, you will be responsible for the additional charges incurred.

What are the most frequently requested forms?

DAYCARE:
CA Dept of Social Services Child care Provider H&S 1596.603(c)

IMMIGRATION:
Criminal record review
Visa/Immigration
Secretary of State Immigration Consultant