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Fingerprinting locations in Washington County

3 fingerprinting locations across 3 cities. 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 Washington County

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About electronic fingerprinting in Washington County

Most people getting fingerprinted in Washington County for electronic fingerprinting 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 in Washington County aren't published for every listing here — call the location for its current price before you visit. On top of that, expect the state BCI portion (varies by check type — see BCI for the current schedule) and the FBI's $17 when a federal check is included.

Listings are spread across 3 cities in Washington County. 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 BCI request form supplied by the requesting employer or agency, plus valid photo ID from whoever asked, plus valid photo ID. Fees and hours in Washington County can change between our data refreshes, so if in doubt, call the location before you leave.

Jump straight to the busiest cities in Washington County: Electronic fingerprinting in Hopkinton · Electronic fingerprinting in South Kingstown · Electronic fingerprinting in Wyoming. Or read up first: how it works · what to bring · on-site scans for groups.

Washington County Electronic fingerprinting — questions

What's the electronic fingerprinting fee in Washington County?

Most locations here don't publish a rolling fee — call ahead for the current price. On top of whatever the location charges, expect the state BCI portion (varies by check type — see BCI for the current schedule) and the FBI's $17 when a federal check is included.

Do I need an appointment in Washington County?

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

What do I need to bring?

The BCI request form supplied by the requesting employer or agency, plus valid photo ID 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 electronic fingerprinting results take?

Usually same-day for a state-only walk-in check at Cranston BCI; longer when a federal check is included. The result goes straight to whoever asked for the check — not to you.