Question 1

What is Live Scan?

Accepted Answer

Digital, inkless fingerprinting submitted electronically.

Question 2

What Is a Level 2 Background Check?

Accepted Answer

State of Florida + FBI screening.

Question 3

Do I Need an Appointment?

Accepted Answer

No. Both office locations accept walk-ins during our operational hours.

Appointments are only needed to schedule a mobile fingerprinting service (https://www.apexfingerprinting.com/mobile-fingerprinting)session at your location.

Question 4

What Should I Bring?

Accepted Answer

• Government issued ID with photo. 
 • Social security # with you or card.
 • ORI Number
 • OCA Numbers (if applicable)

Any additional forms from employer or licensing department.

Question 5

What Is an ORI Number?

Accepted Answer

An ORI number in Florida is a nine-character code that identifies the agency requesting a criminal history background check, which is required for many licensing, employment, and volunteer positions. It ensures that fingerprints and results are sent to the correct agency for processing. You typically get this number from the agency or employer who requires the fingerprinting.

Question 6

What Is a TCN Number?

Accepted Answer

A TCN number in Florida is a Transaction Control Number, a unique code assigned after you get Live Scan fingerprints taken for a background check. This number is essential for tracking your background check's status through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) (https://www.google.com/search?q=Florida+Department+of+Law+Enforcement+%28FDLE%29&sca_esv=39fb4ce6952c9081&sxsrf=AE3TifNxoVmx0pmJ9TLXI-J2NkmdsfeijA%3A1764576482459&ei=4kwtaZTjG7KTwbkPwLb7kAE&ved=2ahUKEwiUkZrX95uRAxWJSTABHdTPIV8QgK4QegQIARAC&uact=5&oq=what+is+an+tcn+number+in+florida&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiIHdoYXQgaXMgYW4gdGNuIG51bWJlciBpbiBmbG9yaWRhMgoQIRigARjDBBgKMgoQIRigARjDBBgKSIkNUJIHWJIHcAF4AZABAJgBYaABYaoBATG4AQPIAQD4AQGYAgKgAmjCAgoQABiwAxjWBBhHmAMA4gMEGAAgXeIDBBgAIF7iAwQYACBf4gMEGAAgYOIDBBgAIGHiAwQYACBiiAYBkAYIkgcDMS4xoAefBLIHAzAuMbgHZcIHAzAuMsgHAw&sclient=gws-wiz-serp&mstk=AUtExfB1qm1ozEtSSQYLLm4euyUDRkpSuz5c2vJt4Vl9_gGjXBDhS-WZxUhkvaxIGrukEVfrHZvOeksGxQT_9KOeiJOEtx2XHhrQTheSv2hUSIqlzCOUdSeU40o9ofejL_TwqCoDvhzo1cVWj5SZSdkGb7qYHXvXoTeTKIWcywUeKObfYE244bl0hZzAznijJmhYxLZ7LHOH0dBQm6b8eUvprxBaRnSiagcg13UVpA9j4TMVkeek2lN1XnlpKCDMMwOwnB5NZ0uFnz_07U2N8nh2gMW3&csui=3)and for paying for the service online. You should receive your TCN on a receipt from the fingerprinting technician after your appointment.

Question 7

How Long Does It Take?

Accepted Answer

About 10–15 minutes for the scan itself.

Question 8

How do Mobile Services Work?

Accepted Answer

Mobile Live Scan fingerprinting services is designed for organizations that need to screen multiple employees, volunteers, contractors, or applicants at the same time. Instead of sending your staff to an office, our certified technicians bring FDLE-approved and FBI-compliant biometric equipment directly to your location — saving you time, reducing disruptions, and ensuring full compliance with Florida’s Level 2 background check requirements. Contact Us today to request a mobile fingerprinting quote and secure your preferred date.

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