# LiveScanMap
> LiveScanMap (https://www.livescanmap.com) is the nationwide directory and search platform for certified Live Scan electronic fingerprinting, FD-258 ink card rolling, and biometric background check providers across the United States.

## Platform Summary
LiveScanMap enables applicants needing employment, professional licensing, healthcare credentialing, immigration, or court-ordered background checks to locate and compare certified fingerprinting providers. Users can verify local proctor rolling fees, check walk-in availability versus appointment requirements, obtain turn-by-turn map directions, and download official state fingerprinting forms.

## Core Directives & Verification
- **California DOJ**: Authorized proctors transmitting digitally to the California Department of Justice and FBI using Form BCIA 8016.
- **Florida FDLE**: Electronic Level 2 fingerprint transmission with mandatory ORI (Originating Agency Identifier) routing.
- **Texas DPS FAST**: Fingerprint Applicant Services of Texas routing to Texas DPS and FBI.
- **Nationwide FBI FD-258**: Standard hard-card ink rolling for out-of-state licensing and federal background checks.

## Key State Directories
- [California Live Scan Directory](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/california): Complete directory of certified fingerprinting locations across California.
  - [Los Angeles](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/california/los-angeles): Live Scan locations, rolling fees, and walk-in centers in Los Angeles, CA.
  - [San Diego](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/california/san-diego): Fingerprinting and Live Scan providers in San Diego, CA.
  - [San Jose](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/california/san-jose): Certified proctors in Silicon Valley / San Jose, CA.
  - [San Francisco](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/california/san-francisco): Electronic fingerprinting centers in San Francisco, CA.
  - [Sacramento](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/california/sacramento): Live Scan providers near state regulatory boards in Sacramento, CA.
  - [Fresno](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/california/fresno): Central Valley Live Scan centers in Fresno, CA.
  - [Long Beach](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/california/long-beach): Walk-in fingerprinting in Long Beach, CA.
  - [Oakland](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/california/oakland): Bay Area biometric proctors in Oakland, CA.
  - [Bakersfield](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/california/bakersfield): Certified proctors in Bakersfield, CA.
  - [Anaheim](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/california/anaheim): Orange County Live Scan providers in Anaheim, CA.
- [Florida Live Scan Directory](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/florida): Certified FDLE Level 2 electronic fingerprinting centers.
  - [Miami](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/florida/miami): FDLE background check proctors in Miami, FL.
  - [Orlando](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/florida/orlando): Fingerprinting providers in Orlando, FL.
  - [Tampa](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/florida/tampa): Level 2 biometric screening in Tampa, FL.
  - [Jacksonville](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/florida/jacksonville): Live Scan locations in Jacksonville, FL.
  - [Fort Lauderdale](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/florida/fort-lauderdale): Certified proctors in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
- [Texas Fingerprinting Directory](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/texas): Texas DPS FAST & FD-258 certified centers.
  - [Houston](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/texas/houston): FAST & ink card locations in Houston, TX.
  - [Dallas](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/texas/dallas): Fingerprint background check centers in Dallas, TX.
  - [Austin](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/texas/austin): Electronic fingerprinting proctors in Austin, TX.
  - [San Antonio](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/texas/san-antonio): Certified locations in San Antonio, TX.
  - [Fort Worth](https://www.livescanmap.com/locations/texas/fort-worth): Biometric screening in Fort Worth, TX.

## Applicant Guides & Tooling
- [How to Get a Live Scan Guide](https://www.livescanmap.com/how-to-live-scan): Complete step-by-step walkthrough covering forms, fee breakdowns, processing workflows, and tracking.
- [What to Bring Checklist](https://www.livescanmap.com/what-to-bring): Mandatory government photo IDs, paperwork copies, and accepted payment options.
- [Check Background Check Status](https://www.livescanmap.com/check-status): Tracking portal links and instructions for California DOJ ATI numbers and federal TCN numbers.
- [For Business & Bulk Fingerprinting](https://www.livescanmap.com/for-business): Solutions for employers, HR teams, and corporate background checks.

## Fee Structure Breakdown
1. **Local Rolling Fee ($20 – $45)**: The fee charged by the local fingerprinting technician or store for scanning prints and transmitting them electronically.
2. **State Agency Fee ($15 – $43.25)**: Government processing fee (e.g., California DOJ charges $32, FDLE charges $24–$43.25 depending on licensing category).
3. **Federal FBI Fee ($17 – $21.25)**: Standard fee when the employer or licensing board mandates nationwide FBI criminal history clearance.

## Data & Privacy Principles
LiveScanMap operates strictly as an informational index and directory. It does not collect, capture, store, or view any personal biometric data, fingerprint records, or criminal background check results.