FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions that you may have about any service
General FAQ
What are the most important questions our customers ask?
Depending on the type of appointment you will need the following…
- Form of ID: License, Passport, State ID
- Valid identification: The customer must bring a current valid government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license, passport, or state-issued ID card. The ID must be current and not expired.
- ORI Number (The agency that is requesting the fingerprints should give you this number)
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- We accept major credit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. We also offer payment through PayPal for added convenience.
Notary FAQ
What are the most important questions our customers ask?
- A DC notary public is a person authorized by the government of the District of Columbia to witness and certify the signing of legal documents, administer oaths, and perform other notarial acts. Notaries public are appointed by the Mayor of DC and serve as impartial witnesses to the signing of legal documents
- Acknowledgments: A notary public acknowledges the signature of the person signing a document and verifies that the person signing the document did so willingly and voluntarily.
- Affidavits: A notary public administers an oath to a person making a sworn statement, and then notarizes the affidavit to certify its authenticity.
- Power of Attorney: A notary public witnesses the signing of a power of attorney document, which authorizes someone to act on behalf of another person in certain legal or financial matters.
- Deeds and Mortgages: A notary public witnesses the signing of deeds and mortgages, which transfer ownership of property or establish a lien against a property and works with Title companies for loan signing services
- Loan Signing Services: Purchase Loans, Refinance Loans, Home Equity Loans, Reverse Loans, and Construction Loans.
- In order to have a document notarized in the District of Columbia, customers generally need to provide the following:
- The original document: The customer must bring the original document that needs to be notarized. The document needs to be signed in front of the notary
- Valid identification: The customer must bring a current valid government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license, passport, or state-issued ID card. The ID must be current and not expired.Witnesses, if needed: Depending on the type of document being notarized, the customer may need to bring witnesses who can attest to the signing of the document
- You may notarize a Power of Attorney (POA) document only if the individual granting a power of attorney is the person appearing before you. While this may seem to contradict the statement that you are not notarizing the document, just that the person before you is that person, a power of attorney is granting specific rights, and therefore the person granting a power of attorney must be the person having the document notarized. Once a power of attorney has been given, the person who has been given it would be putting both his/her name and the name of the person who granted a power of attorney. The notarized document would read, for example, Mark Smith (who gave the POA), by Steve Young (who was granted the POA), power of attorney. It is Steve Young who provides the signature; “Mark Smith, by Steve Young, power of attorney." Additionally, Steve Young should bring proof he has the POA
- Form I-9 verification refers to the process of verifying the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired for employment in the United States. It is a requirement mandated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), an agency under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
- Form I-9 is an employment eligibility verification form that must be completed by both employers and employees. The purpose of Form I-9 is to establish that the employee is authorized to work in the United States and to prevent unlawful hiring practices, such as hiring individuals without proper work authorization.
- A loan signing agent is a professional who is hired by lenders or loan companies to assist with the signing and notarization of real estate loan documents. Loan signing agents are notaries public who have received specialized training in the legal and technical aspects of loan document signing, and they are often called upon to perform their services in a variety of settings, including title and escrow companies, law offices, and real estate brokerages.
FBI Live Scan & Ink Fingerprinting FAQ
What are the most important questions our customers ask?
- FBI fingerprinting refers to the process of capturing and processing fingerprints for use in background checks and criminal investigations conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the United States.
- Background checks for employment, licensing, or security clearance purposes
- Criminal investigations, to identify suspects or to confirm the identity of individuals involved in criminal activity
- Immigration and naturalization purposes, to verify an individual's identity and background information
- Adoption and child custody cases, to verify the identity and background of potential adoptive parents or guardians
- It's important to note that FBI fingerprinting is a highly regulated process and is subject to strict privacy and security guidelines. The fingerprints are only used for authorized purposes and are not shared with third parties without proper authorization
- No. The FBI requires a current fingerprint card to process your background check.
- The FBI will return all results, both foreign and domestic, by U.S. First-Class Mail via the U.S. Postal Service. If you submitted your request electronically, you will receive a response electronically and an option to receive a response by First-Class Mail via the U.S. Postal Service
- The cost to submit a fingerprint card to the FBI is $18. Credit Card using the Credit Card Payment Form or Money Order or Certified Check for $18 U.S. dollars made payable to the Treasury of the United States. Sign where required. If you would like we, can send them out for you
- Fill out and Signed Applicant Information Form
- Have the Fingerprint Card filled out
- Submit payment of $18 U.S. dollars per person (use the Credit Card Payment Form if you are paying by credit card)
- Sent the fingerprint card and the Signed Applicant Information Form to:
FBI CJIS Division – Summary Request
1000 Custer Hollow Road Clarksburg, WV 26306
- FBI CJIS Division – Summary Request, 1000 Custer Hollow Road, Clarksburg, WV 26306
Email: identity@fbi.gov Phone: (304) 625-5590
- Fingerprints are taken electronically on a live scan machine and captured in the tamper-proof system and sent through a channeling system to the FBI.
- 24 to 48 hours
- Ink fingerprinting is a method of capturing fingerprints using ink and a fingerprint card. Here are the general steps for administering ink fingerprinting:
- Prepare the fingerprint card: The individual being fingerprinted should fill out the required information on the fingerprint card, including their name, date of birth, and other identifying information.
- Roll the fingers: The fingerprint technician will begin by rolling the fingers of the individual being fingerprinted onto the ink pad, making sure that the fingers are evenly coated with ink.
- Submit the fingerprint card: Once the fingerprints have been captured and verified, the fingerprint card should be submitted to the appropriate agency for processing.
- It's important to note that ink fingerprinting is a skilled process that requires training and experience to do properly. If you need to have ink fingerprinting done, it's recommended that you seek out a qualified and experienced fingerprint technician to ensure that the prints are clear and accurate.
- Ink fingerprinting is a method of capturing fingerprints using ink and a fingerprint card. It is used for a variety of purposes, including:
- Criminal background checks: Ink fingerprints are often used by law enforcement agencies to conduct criminal background checks on individuals. The fingerprints are submitted to a database maintained by the FBI and are used to identify individuals who have been arrested or convicted of crimes.
- Employment and licensing: Ink fingerprints may be required for certain types of employment or professional licensing, particularly in fields that require a high level of security clearance, such as law enforcement, healthcare, or finance.
- Immigration and naturalization: Ink fingerprints may be required as part of the immigration and naturalization process, to verify an individual's identity and background information.
- Adoption and child custody: Ink fingerprints may be used in adoption and child custody cases to verify the identity and background of potential adoptive parents or guardians.
- There are several types of fingerprinting cards that are commonly used for capturing fingerprints:
- FD-258 Fingerprint Cards: These are the most commonly used fingerprint cards for US citizens and are used for a variety of purposes, including criminal background checks, employment, and licensing.
- FD-1164 Fingerprint Cards: These are the most commonly used fingerprint cards for Non US citizens and are used for a variety of purposes, including criminal background checks, employment, and licensing.
- SF-86 Fingerprint Cards: These fingerprint cards are used for conducting background checks for individuals seeking a special security clearance.
- Child ID Fingerprint Cards: These fingerprint cards are used by parents or guardians to capture their child's fingerprints for identification purposes.
FINRA FAQ
What are the most important questions our customers ask?
- FINRA fingerprinting refers to the process of collecting and submitting fingerprints to the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) for background checks of individuals who are seeking to work in the securities industry. FINRA is a private, non-profit organization that regulates securities firms and professionals in the United States.
- FINRA requires fingerprinting as part of the registration process for individuals seeking to work in the securities industry, including brokers, investment advisors, and other professionals. The fingerprints are used to conduct a criminal background check and determine if the individual has a criminal history that would disqualify them from registration
- The fingerprinting process for FINRA is similar to other fingerprinting processes, where the fingerprints are collected electronically or with ink and paper, and then submitted to a background check provider for processing. The results of the background check are provided to FINRA, which uses the information to determine if the individual is eligible for registration in the securities industry.
Out Of State Fingerprinting/FDLE Fingerprinting FAQ
What are the most important questions our customers ask?
- The FDLE process typically refers to the process of obtaining a Florida criminal history record check, also known as a Florida criminal background check. This process involves submitting fingerprints to the FDLE, which are then used to conduct a criminal history search.
- Either through electronically- live scan or ink fingerprint cards.
- Valid identification: The individual getting fingerprinted will need to present a valid, government-issued identification card, such as a driver's license or passport. The ID must contain a photograph and a signature.
- Inform the vendor what type of fingerprints are needed electronically or with FD- 258 card Alternatively, we can provide fingerprint cards/
- ORI Number- An ORI number, also known as an Originating Agency Identifier, is a unique code assigned to law enforcement agencies and organizations in the United States by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The employer should give you this number when requesting fingerprinting. The purpose of the ORI number is to identify the specific agency or organization that is submitting fingerprints or other information to the FBI for processing and background check
- Payment: There is usually a fee associated with FDLE fingerprinting, which the individual or organization will need to pay at the time of service. The fee can vary depending on the vendor or agency providing the service.
ATF FAQ's
What are the most important questions our customers ask?
- ATF FBI fingerprinting refers to the process of collecting fingerprints as part of a background check conducted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) in the United States.
- The ATF is responsible for enforcing federal firearms laws and regulations, and conducts background checks on individuals who apply to purchase firearms from licensed dealers
- In Washington D.C., the process for a background check when purchasing a firearm is similar to the process at the federal level, but with some additional steps specific to the District of Columbia. Here are the steps:
- Find a licensed D.C firearms dealer:
- Complete a firearms application:
- The firearms dealer will provide a Firearms Registration Application, which must be completed by the prospective buyer.
- Get a ATF FBI Background Check:
- The buyer must have their ATF background check taken by a designated fingerprinting agency. The background check will include a review of criminal history, mental health records, and other factors that could disqualify the buyer from owning a firearm.
- Submit ATF FBI fingerprints with the Firearms Registration Application
- Obtain a registration certificate:
- If the background check is successful, the MPD will issue a Firearms Registration Certificate to the buyer. The certificate allows the buyer to take possession of the firearm.
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