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Fingerprinting Services Frequently Asked Questions

We are licensed to provide fingerprinting services for individuals and organizations. Our transparency and
commitment to customers have made us the most trusted live scan fingerprinting services and mobile notary name in Los Angeles and its surrounding areas.

What is Live Scan fingerprinting and how does it work?

Live Scan is a secure digital method of capturing fingerprints and submitting them electronically to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and, when required, the FBI. Unlike traditional ink fingerprinting, Live Scan provides faster results and fewer errors. It’s commonly used for employment, licensing, volunteer work, and immigration-related background checks.

Who needs Live Scan fingerprinting in California?

Individuals applying for professional licenses, jobs in education, healthcare, legal services, and caregiving roles are often required to complete a Live Scan. It’s also required for volunteers in schools, foster care, adoption, and various immigration processes.

What are the benefits of Live Scan over ink fingerprinting?

Live Scan is faster, more accurate, and less prone to rejection than ink fingerprinting. Results are submitted electronically, often received within 24–72 hours, and reduce delays caused by mailing physical fingerprint cards. Learn more on our Live Scan services page.

What agencies accept Live Scan fingerprinting results?

Live Scan results are accepted by most California agencies and licensing boards. Immigration applications often require an electronic FBI background check or submission via Live Scan Form AF760. However, many federal agencies—especially for employment—require ink fingerprinting using FD-258 cards. Learn more about ink fingerprinting services.

Is Live Scan mandatory for professional licenses?

Yes, in most cases. California licensing agencies for fields like nursing, teaching, real estate, and law require Live Scan as part of the background check process. The agency provides a “Request for Live Scan Service” form with an ORI code and other submission details to ensure the results go to the correct destination.

What should I bring to my Live Scan appointment?

Bring your completed “Request for Live Scan Service” form and a valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID such as a California driver’s license, state ID card, or passport (from any country). View full appointment prep guide.

How long does it take to get Live Scan results?

Live Scan results are typically available within 24–72 hours, though delays can occur due to manual processing or agency backlog. Results are sent directly to the requesting agency, not to the applicant. Here’s how to check your status.

How secure is the Live Scan data transmission?

Live Scan data is encrypted and transmitted directly to the DOJ or FBI over secure channels. At Anshin Notary, we follow strict protocols as mandated by our contracts with the DOJ and FBI, and we partner with a DOJ-certified provider using high-level government encryption. Learn about our data protection practices on our privacy policy page.

Can Live Scan be used for background checks?

Yes. Live Scan is commonly used to conduct criminal background checks for employment, licensing, volunteering, immigration, and personal record reviews. Your agency will specify the type of check on your request form. If you are reviewing your own criminal record, here’s how.

Is Anshin Notary certified to provide Live Scan services?

Yes. Anshin Notary is certified by the California Department of Justice to capture and submit Live Scan fingerprints. We operate under strict compliance guidelines, provide same-day appointments, and offer mobile Live Scan services throughout Los Angeles. See our official listing with the DOJ.

Live Scan fingerprinting is the technique and technology used to capture fingerprints electronically. It replaces the more traditional method of ink and paper. The fingerprints are electronically transmitted to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for a criminal record check. A response is sent to the agency requesting the Live Scan. If required the DOJ forwards the Live Scan fingerprints to the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Through Live Scan fingerprinting background clearances can be processed within a few days instead of weeks it requires for traditional fingerprinting.

Live Scan fingerprinting is used to reveal criminal history information for identification, employment and licensing purposes by matching fingerprints and other identifying information to existing data files for an individual.

The agency or employer requesting the Live Scan fingerprint will provide the applicant with the Request for Live Scan Form. At the Live Scan location a trained and certified technician will scan your fingerprints with a Live Scan fingerprint scanner. The scanning process takes around 5 to 10 minutes. Immediately following the fingerprints are electronically transmitted to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for background processing. All appropriate fees will be collected from the applicant by the technician.

Anyone applying for the first time to be licensed as a vehicle salesperson, dealer, driving instructor, manufacturer, transporter, dismantler, registration service, distributor, lessor-retailer, remanufacturer, or any other vehicle industry relating to an occupational license issued by DMV will be Live Scan fingerprinted. It also applies to first time applicants for an ambulance driver certificate. The following are some other professions that are required to submit Live Scan fingerprints: Notaries, Real Estate Licensees, Stock Brokers, Lawyers, Teachers, Foster Parents, Care Givers, DMV Licensed Professionals, Security Guards, Surgeons, Nurses, Doctors, Contractors, Appraisers, etc.

Please bring the items listed below to your Live Scan Session:

i. 3 copies of the completed “Request for Live Scan Service” form BCIA 8016. The form is given to the applicant by the agency requesting the Live Scan and must be completed by the agency and applicant. We cannot provide the form or assist in filling it out.

ii. A valid government-issued photo ID > See below ⇩

iii. Payment for the Live Scan service > We accept Cash, Visa, Master Card, Amex and Discover

The identification must contain a photo, physical description, signature, serial number, issue / expiry date, date of birth etc.

I. The applicant must provide 1 of the following Primary ID forms:

  • California Driver’s License
  • California DMV Identification Card
  • Valid out-of-state Driver’s License

II. If the applicant does not have any of the above, the applicant may provide 1 of the following Secondary ID forms, AND provide 2 of the Supplemental Documents below:

Secondary ID forms – 1 required (and 2 Supplemental Documents below)

State Government Issued Certificate of Birth

US Active Duty/Retiree/Reservist Military Identification Card

US Passport

Federal Government Personal Identify Verification Card

Department of Defense Common Access Card

US Tribal or Bureau of Indian Affairs Identification Card

Social Security Card

Court Order for Name Change/Gender Change/Adoptions/Divorce

Marriage Certificate (Government Certificate Issued)

US Government Issued Consular Report of Birth Abroad

Foreign Passport with Appropriate Immigration Document(s)

Certificate of Citizenship (N560)

Certificate of Naturalization (N550)

INS I-551 Resident Alien Card Issued Since 1997

INS I-688 Temporary Resident ID Card

INS I-688B, I-766 Employment Authorization Card

Supplemental Documents – 2 required

Utility Bill (address)

Jurisdictional Voter Registration Card

Vehicle Registration Card/Title

Paycheck Stub with Name/Address

Jurisdictional Public Assistance Card

Spouse/Parent Affidavit

Cancelled Check or Bank Statement

Mortgage Documents

The agency or employer requesting the Live Scan fingerprint will provide the applicant with the Request for Live Scan form.

As a courtesy to our clients, blank Request for Live Scan Service forms can be downloaded through the following links:

The standard fees for Live Scan consist of the rolling fee for the fingerprinting and the background investigation fee. The background investigation fee depends on the level of service and is charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ). Additionally if your requesting agency asked for an FBI background check, an FBI fee will be due.Your total fee will be given to you before your fingerprints are scanned. We accept the following forms of payment: Cash, VISA, MasterCard, Discover and Money Order. A $50 fee will be charged for any payment that is not approved by your credit card company, bank or other obligor.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) usually processes Live Scan fingerprinting within 72 hours. Delays may occur. For any significant delays the DOJ will contact the requesting agency. The results 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, please contact the agency handling your employment or licensing with all inquiries.
You can check your fingerprinting results by calling the Department of Justice’s 24-hour automated telephone service at (916) 227-4557. You will need your birth date and the 10-digit Automated Transaction (ATI) number which is located at the bottom of the Applicant Live Scan Request Form. The ATI number always appears in the following sequence: 1 letter; 3 numbers; 3 letters and 3 numbers.
Live Scan will avoid many of the problems associated with ink prints, such as smudging, smearing, and over or under inking. A major benefit of Live Scan is in processing speed since nearly all of those without criminal records are done within 72 hours and up to 30 days if there is a criminal record. Rolled ink prints (traditionally submitted on a fingerprint card) can take 10 to 12 days to process (plus mail time) and up to 60 days if there is a criminal record.
DMV cannot release a license or permit until the applicant passes a background check from DOJ.
No, DMV cannot contact DOJ for a copy of the results sent to another agency, nor can we accept a copy from any other source. DMV must receive a communication directly from DOJ to process the application. In order to receive communications from DOJ, the applicant must report to a Live Scan station with the correct DMV form, DMV 8016, Request for Live Scan Service (See above).

The ORI code is assigned by the DOJ (Department of Justice). In order to get an ORI code the organization/agency has to apply with the DOJ to become an authorized applicant agency.

California law authorizes certain governmental and private organizations to conduct criminal record background checks to help determine the suitability of a person applying for a license, employment or as a volunteer working with children, the elderly or disabled. Law enforcement agencies, public and private schools, non-profit organizations and in-home supportive care agencies are some of the agencies authorized to conduct fingerprint background checks.

Follow the detailed step by step instructions on the DOJ website which explain the complete process an agency needs to follow to get authorization and submit fingerprints. They also have links to the forms that need to be filled out. This process can take six weeks to complete, sometimes longer if FBI approvals are required. You will be notified in writing when you can begin sending applicants to be fingerprinted. You will also receive your ORI code.

Please contact Trustline at 1-800-822-8490.  Trustline was created by the California Legislature to offer parents, employment agencies, child care resource
and referral programs, and child care providers access to a background check conducted by the California Department of Social Services.

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The process of getting live scan fingerprinting services in Los Angeles is straightforward and simple. Just make sure to choose a reputable service provider and bring all the required identification and documents to your appointment. Or just make a call at (424) 253-8149. 

A background check process is a procedure in which an individual’s personal, criminal, employment, educational, and financial history is examined to verify their identity, qualifications, and suitability for a job, tenancy, or other purposes. It typically involves gathering information from public and private databases, conducting interviews, and checking references. The purpose of a background check is to help ensure the safety and security of individuals and organizations by identifying potential risks and concerns.

The cost of mobile notary services in Los Angeles can vary depending on factors such as location, travel distance, and the complexity of the documents involved. Generally, the fees can range from around $30 to $150 per signature or document. It’s best to contact a mobile notary directly to inquire about their specific rates and any additional fees.

The processing time for an apostille in Los Angeles can vary depending on a few factors such as the volume of requests and the specific agency or service used. Generally, it can take anywhere from a few days to a couple of weeks to obtain an apostille in Los Angeles. It’s recommended to check with the relevant authority or agency to get a more accurate estimate for your particular case.

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