5103 West Adams Blvd., Suite 102, Los Angeles, CA 90016
113 N San Vicente Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90211
| Type of Record | How to Get It | What You Need | Typical Processing Time | Learn More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California DOJ Record Review (Personal Criminal Record) | • Complete BCIA 8016RR form • Get fingerprinted via Live Scan • DOJ mails results directly to you | • Valid government-issued ID • BCIA 8016RR form • Live Scan fingerprints | ~48 hrs to clear; 1–2 weeks by mail | California Background Check Guide |
| FBI Background Check (Identity History Summary / Rap Sheet) | • Complete the one-page form (provided at appointment) • Get fingerprinted • Log in and download your results | • Valid government-issued ID • Simple FBI form (we provide) • Fingerprints | Usually within hours (2 emails) | FBI Background Check Guide |
| Record Review for Immigration | • May require DOJ, FBI, or AE709 form • We provide all required forms and fingerprinting | • Government-issued ID • Immigration-specific forms (FBI, DOJ, AE709) | Varies by agency | Learn about immigration checks |
| Expungement / Record Sealing Check | • Obtain your DOJ report • Review charges, outcomes, and dismissals • Begin sealing/expungement process if eligible | • DOJ Report (via Live Scan) • Valid ID | Processing varies | Record Sealing & Expungement |
You can request two different criminal records, also called a Rap Sheet or Identity History Summary: your record from the California Department of Justice (CADOJ), and your record from the FBI. Together they let you see your criminal record both in California and across the U.S.
It’s important that you understand the difference between them. We spend a lot of time explaining it to clients. Here’s how to get each one.
The California DOJ provides a Record Review background report for personal use. We supply the required CADOJ Record Review form (BCIA 8016RR) during your appointment. Bring a valid government-issued ID, and we capture your Live Scan fingerprints and submit them, together with your form, to the DOJ.
The DOJ usually clears the submission within about 48 hours, then mails the report to your home. Allow one to two weeks for it to arrive.
Cost: usually $55 per person, which is our $30 fee plus the $25 DOJ fee. For groups of 10 or more, it’s $50 per person, including the DOJ fee. If you’d like us to come to you, we add a travel fee based on your location.
Getting your Record Review at another Live Scan location? Give the operator these details for the BCIA 8016RR form:
Bring a photo ID. The DOJ mails your report to your home address.
Applicants often come to us discouraged after trying to get an FBI background check at the post office. We can give you the same thing without the hassle. We take your fingerprints and submit them, together with a simple one-page form we provide, to the FBI. Most applicants can access their results within a few hours.
Your results arrive in two separate emails. We show you exactly how to access and download your report, as it can be a bit tricky.
Important: once you retrieve your record, you can’t get it again without being fingerprinted again, so follow the instructions in the emails carefully. If you run into problems, we’re always happy to help.
Learn more: FBI Background Check Guide
We help you get both your California DOJ and FBI records: fingerprinting, the forms, submission, and help reading your results.
You can also explore how Live Scan results work here: Understanding Live Scan Results
You can request your DOJ Record Review by completing the BCIA 8016RR form and getting fingerprinted. This report is for personal use only and cannot be shared. Learn more: California Background Check
Download the BCIA 8016RR form, bring it to your Live Scan appointment with valid ID, and the DOJ will mail your results directly to you. More information here:
California Background Check Guide
The DOJ usually clears the submission within about 48 hours and then mails your report, which typically arrives within one to two weeks. If delayed, you can check your status using your ATI number.
A current government-issued ID is required. See full guidelines here:
CADOJ ID Requirements
Yes. Immigration agencies often require DOJ, FBI, or AE709 background checks. We provide all forms and fingerprinting. Learn more:
FBI Background Check
Yes—Live Scan rolling fees apply, plus a $25 DOJ processing fee. We accept all major payment methods.
Live Scan & Fingerprinting: Same-day mobile and in-office services, including FD-258 ink cards, for employment, licensing, immigration, and background checks.
FBI Background Checks: Secure fingerprint-based checks for jobs, visas, travel, and legal needs—expedited available.
Apostille & Authentication: California and federal apostille services for Hague and non-Hague countries.
International Document Services: Document preparation, translations, and processing for international use.
Notary Public Services: Mobile and in-office California notary. Appointment only.