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Fingerprinting locations in Los Angeles County

580 fingerprinting locations across 122 cities. Fees range from $15 to $116. 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.

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About Live Scan in Los Angeles County

Most people getting fingerprinted in Los Angeles 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. 16 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 $15 to $116, with the typical location around $32. 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 Gardena, where the typical rolling fee is $20.

Los Angeles has the most options at 101 locations, but 121 other cities have at least one. Some take walk-ins and some are appointment-only — check each listing before you go, or call ahead. 78 mobile or travelling providers serve Los Angeles County, which is worth knowing if you're organising on-site fingerprinting for a group of 3 or more.

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 Los Angeles County can change between our data refreshes, so if in doubt, call the location before you leave.

Jump straight to the busiest cities in Los Angeles County: Live Scan in Los Angeles · Live Scan in Glendale · Live Scan in Long Beach. Or read up first: how it works · what to bring · on-site scans for groups.

Los Angeles County Live Scan — questions

What's the Live Scan fee in Los Angeles County?

Rolling fees range from $15 to $116 across the 559 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles County?

It varies. Some Los Angeles 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.

Can a mobile fingerprinting provider come to my group in Los Angeles County?

Yes — 78 mobile or travelling providers serve Los Angeles County. If you're organising on-site fingerprinting for a school, sports league, church, employer, or volunteer group of 3 or more, the on-site route is usually cheaper and faster than sending everyone individually.