WHAT IS LIVE SCAN?
Live Scan is a criminal background check often utilized by an employer or other institution that uses state of the art computers to collect finger prints electronically.
At 3rd Watch Security we carry the latest and most up to date machines to make your live scan experience quick and effortless.
We’re also portable if you have a group that needs us to meet you at an off-site location.
WHO NEEDS LIVE SCAN?
All types of individuals are required by the state and federal governments to get Live Scan, including: realtors, notaries, foster parents, teachers, massage therapists, appraisers, caregivers, investment brokers, contractors, nurses, doctors, security guards, volunteers, lawyers, and more.
HOW DOES THE PROCESS WORK?
Your fingerprints are processed electronically and transmitted immediately to the central computers at the Department of Justice (DOJ) for processing. The Live Scan process gets results to employers and licensing agencies within a few business days.
At 3rd Watch Security we carry the latest and most up to date machines to make your live scan experience quick and effortless.
Please note we never receive your results. We only process the rolling of finger prints.
We’re also portable if you have a group that needs us to meet you at an off-site location.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
Bring the following with you to your fingerprinting appointment:
a. Your completed Request for Live Scan Services application
b. Driver's license or other valid (Current and NOT expired) form of identification such as a passport or State DMV ID.
Other acceptable documentation (Current and NOT expired)
Driver's license or ID card issued by another state
Mexican or Canadian driver's license issued by an authorized agency
U.S. military identification card
Foreign passport if stamped by the immigration and naturalization service
HOW DO I PAY FOR SERVICES?
Payment will depend on the agency requesting the service. Some pay directly to our 3rd Watch Security office and others will ask you to pay directly to us. The total amount due will depend on the information on your Live Scan request form. We accept credit card and cash as payment methods.
HOW DO I CHECK MY LIVE SCAN RESULTS?
Please contact the requesting agency for any updates. Results vary but usually are submitted back to the requested agency within 7-10 business days.
You can also call the Dept of Justice’s automated service line at 916-227-4557. It’s important you have your ATI number when calling. The ATI number is on the bottom of the Request for Live Scan form.