Fingerprint cards received prior to a completed online application is submitted will only be held for 6 months. Following the 6 months, the cards will be destroyed.
Options for Obtaining a Fingerprint Card
Option 1 – Walk-In:
Contact a local law enforcement agency or fingerprinting company. If the agency/company does fingerprint services, they may also have fingerprint cards available.
Option 2 – LiveScan:
Go to a local LiveScan location and use the information found on the Fingerprint Processing Instructions to complete your fingerprinting digitally.
All applicants, no matter what option chosen above, must either deliver or mail the completed fingerprint card to 550 W. State St, Boise, ID 83702. Scanned or faxed copies are never accepted. Do not bend or fold the card.
The links below may be used for your reference:
Non-Criminal Justice Applicant Privacy Statement
Fingerprint Processing Instructions
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