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Fingerprinting locations in El Dorado County

15 fingerprinting locations across 6 cities. Fees range from $12 to $45. See them on the map.

First time getting fingerprinted? Most locations here can handle school volunteer, employment and licensing checks — bring the request form from whoever asked, plus photo ID. What to bring · How the whole thing works

Fees and hours can change. Always confirm when you call. This data is updated periodically from public sources.

All locations in El Dorado County

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About Live Scan in El Dorado County

Most people getting fingerprinted in El Dorado County for Live Scan purposes are volunteering at a school, starting a new job, applying for a professional licence, or being cleared as a caregiver or foster parent. 3 of the locations listed here are run by a police or sheriff's department, which usually means an appointment and government-office hours rather than walk-in access.

Rolling fees range from $12 to $45, with the typical location around $30. On top of that, expect the state's DOJ portion ($32) and the FBI's $17 when a federal check is included. The cheapest area on average is Placerville, where the typical rolling fee is $25.

South Lake Tahoe has the most options at 4 locations, but 5 other cities have at least one. Some take walk-ins and some are appointment-only — check each listing before you go, or call ahead.

Whatever you're getting fingerprinted for, bring the Request for Live Scan Service form (BCIA 8016) from whoever asked, plus valid photo ID. Fees and hours in El Dorado County can change between our data refreshes, so if in doubt, call the location before you leave.

Jump straight to the busiest cities in El Dorado County: Live Scan in South Lake Tahoe · Live Scan in El Dorado Hills · Live Scan in Placerville. Or read up first: how it works · what to bring · on-site scans for groups.

El Dorado County Live Scan — questions

What's the Live Scan fee in El Dorado County?

Rolling fees range from $12 to $45 across the 15 El Dorado County listings that publish a price. On top of that, expect the state's DOJ portion ($32) and the FBI's $17 when a federal check is included.

Do I need an appointment in El Dorado County?

It varies. Some El Dorado County locations take walk-ins and some are appointment-only. Check the listing or call ahead.

What do I need to bring?

The Request for Live Scan Service form (BCIA 8016) from whoever asked for the background check, plus one valid photo ID (driver's licence, state ID, passport, or military ID). Bring a payment method the location accepts — most take cards but some are cash-only.

How long do Live Scan results take?

Usually one to three business days from the DOJ, and up to a week when the FBI is involved. The result goes straight to whoever asked for the check — not to you. Use the DOJ's status checker at oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/status with your ATI number if you need to see progress yourself.