Get Peace of Mind — Answers to Your Most Important Questions
Welcome to the Bay Area Fingerprinting Services FAQ page. Here, you’ll find answers to the most common questions about our fingerprinting services. Whether you’re curious about our pricing, the process involved, the types of identification required, or how to book an appointment, we’ve got you covered. Our goal is to make your fingerprinting experience as smooth and straightforward as possible. If you have any additional questions that aren’t addressed here, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly. We’re here to help!
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Is an appointment required to process my fingerprints?
Yes, appointments are necessary for this service. Typically, we allocate no more than 30 minutes per customer, but often the process can be completed in less time. Please note that we are a mobile service, and may be out of the office conducting background checks at certain times during the day. To schedule an appointment, the best way to reach us is by phone or text at 352.874.6943.
Would it be possible for you to come over to my place to take my fingerprints?
Yes, we can certainly arrange to have your fingerprints taken at your location. It’s important to note that this is an additional service we provide to make things more convenient for you. However, please be aware that sometimes there are service fees associated with this option if you are outside our service area.
Do you provide any discounts for groups?
Certainly! If you have a group of people who require fingerprinting services, we can offer you a discounted rate for the service. However, please note that we are unable to adjust the government fees that are involved in the background check process.
I work every day, and I might need my appointment after hours or on the weekend.
If this is the case, You simply need to contact us and we will check our schedule to find a suitable time and day for you. Thankfully, they have many options available and can often complete the service as soon as the following day even on a Saturday or Sunday.
Do I need to have an ORI Number?
Unless you are requesting a background check for personal use or fingerprinting for Out of the State. The entity requesting your background screening needs to provide you with an ORI Number. This number serves as a digital address to send your fingerprint results. Please ensure that you have the correct ORI number before contacting us to book your appointment, as we will not be held responsible for any incorrect ORI numbers provided at the time of service.
How long before the requester receives my results?
Usually takes 2-5 business days. You can check if the first step was completed with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement or by going to this link. (Check TCN). If you are requesting an FBI Background Check for personal use, it can take 24-48 hours, but most people get them in a few hours from having their fingerprints taken.
Can I get the results of my fingerprints?
If you are getting an FBI background check for personal use, you will receive the results. If you are getting it for licensing, employment, or volunteer work, the employer or the organization that requested the background check will be the only ones with access to your results. Our service only scans your fingerprints, and we do not have access to the background check results. You can check the status of your submission using the Transaction Control Number (TCN) provided at the end of the service or by clicking on this link.
My employer has not received my results?
As previously stated, we can only scan your fingerprints and give you a Transaction Control Number (TCN) to check the status of your background check. To obtain the results, your employer or the requesting organization should contact the Florida Department of Law Enforcement at 850-410-8161 and reference the TCN we provide at the end of our service.
I received a letter stating that my fingerprints were not accepted. What steps should I take now?
If your fingerprints are not accepted, you will need to have them retaken. It is required to have at least two attempts to obtain clear prints to ensure that we have exhausted all possible options for a better scan. You will receive a letter with a “TCR” number that you need to bring to us. If the prints fail again, a manual search will be conducted by the entity requesting your background screening. Please understand that if your fingerprints are damaged due to age or wear and tear, there is nothing we can do to improve their quality. However, we always strive to use our expertise to obtain the best possible prints.
What payment methods are accepted?
Currently, we accept payments through various methods such as cash, credit cards, Zelle, Venmo, Tap Pay, and Cash App.
Do you take ink fingerprints on paper or FD-258 Cards?
Currently, we offer a more modern method that involves Livescan fingerprinting and printing your fingerprints on cards after we have verified the high quality of the impressions taken.