How do I get my Live Scan results in Florida?
In Florida, Live Scan results are not sent directly to the individual who was fingerprinted. Instead, the results of the background check are sent to the agency or organization that requested the fingerprinting, such as an employer, licensing board, or government agency. Here’s how the process works:
1. Submission to FDLE and FBI:
- After your fingerprints are captured using Live Scan, they are electronically submitted to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and, if required, to the FBI for a background check.
- FDLE and the FBI will review your criminal history and compile the results.
2. Results Sent to Requesting Agency:
- The results of your Live Scan background check are sent directly to the agency that requested the background check (e.g., an employer, school, or state licensing board). The requesting agency will review the results as part of their evaluation process.
- You will not receive the results personally unless the requesting agency shares them with you.
3. Check with the Requesting Agency:
- If you need to know the status of your Live Scan background check or obtain the results, you should contact the agency that requested the background check. They can inform you if the background check has been completed and provide further details if necessary.
4. Tracking with Your TCN:
- You can track the status of your fingerprint submission using your Transaction Control Number (TCN), which you receive after your Live Scan appointment. Some Live Scan providers or agencies may offer tracking tools to monitor the progress of your background check.
Important Notes:
- The FDLE and FBI do not send results directly to individuals. If you need to know the outcome of your background check, you must request this information from the agency that required it.
