CCIS Live Scan Information

Live scan is inkless electronic fingerprinting. Applicant fingerprints are electronically transmitted to the Department of Justice for completion of a criminal record check. The Live Scan technology replaces the process of recording fingerprint patterns through a rolling process using ink. Ink fingerprinting is still required in many states. Digitizing the fingerprint images enables service providers much like CCIS Live Scan to electronically transmit fingerprints to the Department of Justice in a matter of seconds, instead of the days required to send hard copy fingerprint cards through the mail. Additionally, the Department of Justice forwards Live Scan Fingerprints to the FBI (if required). Who Needs Live Scan Anyway? Real Estate Licensees, Notaries, DMV Licensed Professionals, Foster Parents, Stock Brokers, Teachers, Appraisers, Care Givers, Contractors, Security Guards, Nurses, Doctors, Surgeons, Volunteers, Etc... What are the Benefits of Live Scan? The Live Scan process helps in avoiding many of the problems associated with ink prints, such as smudging, smearing, and over or under inking. A major benefit of Live Scan is that your fingerprints are transmitted directly to the Department of Justice.