Ink Fingerprinting Vs Live Scan

1. Ink Fingerprinting Vs Live Scan When applying for a driving license, new state license to practice as a physician, CRNA, dentist, physician assistant etc, odds are high that fingerprint, Los Angeles is required as a part of the background check process. Why Fingerprint Background Check? Background check is done in a bid to restrict the chances of hiring unscrupulous or fraudulent people in responsible positions. What’s more, as science has revealed the uniqueness of fingerprints, it is popularly accepted as the gold standard for personal identification. In fact, many employers include fingerprinting in the pre employment process to ensure hiring right. While it is mandatory for some industries, others do it for safety reasons. The fingerprints are run through multiple law enforcement agencies and criminal databases to investigate about any potential criminal behavior of applicants. The prints are matched with the extensive records maintained by the FBI and DOJ. Categorically, they are captured just the way they would be when booked for a case; civil or criminal. Ink fingerprinting vs Live Scan Well, fingerprints can be captured through two methods: •Traditional Ink Finger printing and

2. •Modern Live scan Although both are acceptable by law, there’s a significant difference between the two. Here’s more about both. •Ink fingerprinting: Each finger is rolled in ink and the impressions are printed on an ink card, where the print of all fingers is taken. Such fingerprinting requires applicants to visit the local sheriff’s office or any other law enforcement agency. It is seemingly simple and easy. However, this method suffers from certain drawbacks. As shown in the image above, the inked finger is pressed onto the card. Applying less or more pressure often results in a blurred print or improper prints of the ridges on the fingers. Fingerprints may get smudged. Blurred and incorrect fingerprints require the process to be repeated until clear fingerprints are clearly captured. Moreover, results in the traditional inking method take more than a week or two. The other method, popularly used in the current times is live scan fingerprinting. •Live Scan: Fingers need not be inked. They are rolled on a glass plate and the prints are scanned by the live scan machine. In fact, the prints are electronically transmitted to the DOJ and FBI for background check over a span of minutes. What’s more, results are received by the requesting agency over a time span of 24 to 48 hours. Live scan machines rule out the errors caused due to improper pressure or smudging. It also eliminates the mess caused due to inking fingers. Finally, it is quick and precise. The image below shows how fingers are conveniently rolled over the glass plate of the live scan machine Here’s how prints are captured As it is free from errors, repetition and delay is almost negligible. Anshin Mobile Notary & Live scan is the approved DOJ and FBI provider. It is an authorized live scan center, where fingerprints are electronically captured for background check for various purposes, including pre employment, licensing, adoption etc. What make them popular with their customers are excellent customer service, utmost professionalism and elimination of mistakes. These traits ensure smooth movement of the fingerprinting process. For further details, contact them at www.anshinotary.com