Q. QUESTIONS and A. ANSWERS (LINKS)

Q.  How much will you be charged? 

     A. DOJ Fee plus don’t forget there will be Rolling Fee and FBI fee if applicable.  NOTE:  FBI Fee has been reduced to $19 on Oct. 1, 2007.

Q.  Where can I go to get my LiveScan background check done? 

     A. Complete listing of California LiveScan Providers

 Q.  I would like to apply with Cal-DOJ to begin receiving criminal history of applicants in CA.

     A.  Click on the following links base on the type of agency you are:

          General

          Schools for contractors

          In-home supportive care

          Youth organization and HR

Q.  It’s been 7 days since I’ve done my LiveScan and I still have not received my response?

     A.  You can use this FORM to request DOJ to conduct research.

Q.  My agency info registered with Cal-DOJ is incorrect, how do I request for correction?

     A.  Use this FORM

Q.  How can I notify and register with Cal-DOJ that I would like to receive subsequent arrests for my applicants?      

     A.  Use this FORM register

Q.  How can I notify Cal-DOJ that I no longer wish to receive subsequent arrest notification for a past applicant?    

     A.  Use this FORM to remove

Q.  Where can I get forms I need to obtain LiveScan background check?

     A.  The following form links are for your convenience, please check with your requesting agency to insure accurate use.

            Generic Application [FORM] and [INSTRUCTION]

          Dept. of Security and Investigations (e.g. Alarm Companies, Firearm, Lock Smith, Patrol, Guards, etc.)

          Dept. of Insurance [FORM]

          Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV)

          Dept. of Teaching Credentials

          Dept. of Real Estate INSTRUCTION and FORM

          Dept. of Public Health

          Dept. of Contractor Board

          Dept. of Real Estate Appraisers

          Registered Nurse INSTRUCTION [use Generic Form (link above)]

          Dept. of California Finance Lenders

          Dept. of Chiropractic Examiners FORM

          Dept. Respiratory Care Board

          Dept. of Pharmacist

          Dept. of Optometrist

          Dept. of Pharmacist

          Attorney Practicing Law in California

          Entertainment Firearm Permit

          Check Casher Permit

          Speech Language Pathology and Audiology

          Victim of Identity Theft

          Speech Language Pathology and Audiology

          Emergency Medical Services Authority

          Immigration and Foreign Adoption:  [FORMS]   [FAQ]   [INSTRUCTION]

          Personal Record Review:  [FORMS]   [INSTRUCTION]   [FAQ]   [En Español]

Q.  Where can I find more information about LiveScans?