Booking & Pricing

Transparent pricing and comprehensive information for all our fingerprinting services

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State of Maryland Approved

Transparent Pricing

All-inclusive pricing with no hidden fees. Our rates include all CJIS and government processing fees.

Office Appointment

$65.25

Individual fingerprinting at our Columbia, MD office.

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Mobile / Group

$70.25 per person

On-site mobile service for groups of 5 or more.

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Official Live Scan Provider

Ambient Fingerprinting Solution is an authorized provider of Live Scan services. Effective October 1, 2020, all in-state applicant fingerprints submitted to CJIS for the purpose of licensing and/or employment background checks must be done electronically via approved live scan fingerprinting units.

Questions? Email: cjis.customerservice@maryland.gov

Individual Background Check

For Visas, Gold Seal Letters, and Individual Review

If you live within Maryland:\n- You may go to any authorized location that provides fingerprinting services.\n- If you are requesting a copy of your FBI criminal history record you must send your request directly to the FBI.\n\nIf you live Outside Maryland:\n- Write to: CJIS - Central Repository, P.O. Box 32708, Pikesville, Maryland 21282-2708\n- Call: 410-764-4501 or Toll Free 1-888-795-0011

Employment or Licensing

If you are seeking employment or to be licensed within Maryland, your employer or licensing agency must request the background record check.\n\n- You MUST use the fingerprint cards supplied by your employer or licensing agency.\n- You MUST have your employer's or licensing agency's authorization number available.

CJIS Customer Service

Criminal Justice Information System - Central Repository

CJIS Customer Service cannot disclose any criminal history.

What CJIS Can Help With

  • Check the status of a current background history request (requires reference number or SSN).
  • Take orders for applicant fingerprint cards. Download the form, fax to 410-653-6320, or mail to CJIS-Central Repository.
  • Answer questions regarding the processing of criminal history.
  • Give instructions on how to obtain criminal history.
  • Help to determine your appropriate criminal history request type.

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Phone Numbers

Baltimore City: 410-764-4501
Toll Free: 1-888-795-0011

Fax

410-653-6320

Associated CJIS Fees

Federal Register - Notice of Fee Increase

Effective January 1, 2019 rates for submitting federal background checks via the Maryland Criminal Justice Information System - Central Repository increased in accordance with the fee schedule established by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Cost to providers increased by $1.25 per fingerprint-based submission. Fingerprint-based volunteer submission increased by $0.50 cents.

Accepted Payment Methods

Fees are required to process each criminal background record check request. All fees must be paid by:

Credit Card (Visa, MC, Discover) Check

The Central Repository cannot accept cash or money orders.

How It Works

  1. Book Online

    Schedule your appointment online in minutes. Choose between an office visit or mobile service.

  2. Office Appointment

    Visit our Columbia, MD office for individual fingerprinting services by appointment.

  3. Mobile Service

    We travel to your location for group fingerprinting (5 or more people) across Maryland.

  4. Fast Processing

    Fingerprints are captured and submitted electronically. Results are typically processed within 24–48 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Live Scan fingerprinting?

Live Scan is an inkless, electronic means of capturing fingerprints in a digitized format and then transmitting them to a state or federal agency for background checks.

How long does the process take?

The fingerprinting session itself typically takes about 10-15 minutes. Results are usually processed by the state within 24-48 hours.

Do I need an appointment?

Yes, all services are by appointment only to ensure we can provide dedicated and efficient service to each client.