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When most people think of a notary public, they picture someone stamping documents for real estate transactions, contracts, or affidavits. While those are common duties, the reality is that notaries offer a far wider range of services than many people realize. At Anshin Mobile Notary and LiveScan, we often encounter
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Expungement—also referred to as setting aside a conviction under California Penal Code § 1203.4—is an opportunity to reposition a conviction as if it never occurred, allowing eligible individuals to reclaim opportunities in employment, licensing, and more. Understanding the Process What Is Expungement? In California, expungement means the court reopens your case,
As of 2025, California has significantly expanded its legal framework surrounding expungement and record sealing—granting many residents new opportunities to clear their criminal past and reclaim opportunities in employment, housing, education, and professional licensing. In this blog, Anshin Mobile Notary and LiveScan will explore these transformative changes, guide individuals through
Expungement is a legal process that allows certain criminal convictions to be erased or sealed from your public record. Once granted, it’s as if the offense never occurred in the eyes of the law — you can legally state that you have not been convicted of that crime in most
Applying for a visa often involves several formal steps — from gathering personal documents to undergoing security checks. One increasingly common requirement is the submission of Live Scan fingerprints. This secure digital fingerprinting process plays a vital role in verifying identity and ensuring compliance with immigration and security regulations. At
When most people hear about Live Scan fingerprinting, they think of job applications, professional licensing, or background checks for volunteering. However, a growing number of people are asking a different question — can you get Live Scan fingerprints for personal use? The short answer is yes, in certain situations. But
Live Scan fingerprinting has become the standard method for capturing fingerprints for criminal background checks in California and across the United States. Unlike traditional ink fingerprinting, Live Scan is a digital process that transmits fingerprint images electronically to government agencies for rapid and secure background screening. At Anshin Mobile Notary
If I Live in California and Had a Misdemeanor Years Ago, What Background Checks Are Needed for Short-Term Tourist Travel to Australia? If you’re a California resident with a misdemeanor offense in your history, planning to visit Australia as a short-term tourist requires careful preparation. Australia is a sought-after destination,
When it comes to U.S. immigration, accurate identity verification is a critical step in the process. Whether you are applying for permanent residency, a work visa, or citizenship, fingerprinting plays an essential role in background checks conducted by agencies such as the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the