Approved Vendor of the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
Approved Channeler for the FBIFingerprint Locations Status – The majority of our fingerprinting locations remain open but there are some that have closed temporarily to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The locations that are open are taking reasonable precautions such as using hand sanitizer and alcohol wipes during fingerprinting to help minimize the spread of the virus. Masks are highly recommended!!! Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Sickness – If you are showing signs of being sick you may be asked to reschedule your fingerprinting appointment on another day when you are feeling better.
About Colorado Fingerprinting – Powered by American Bioidentity – Colorado Fingerprinting is a premier Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) approved fingerprinting provider offering CBI fingerprint processing for employment and licensure; Fingerprint cards for other states, Federal purposes, ATF and other non-CBI purposes; FBI background checks for living, working or traveling in other countries, record challenges and other other court related purposes; Colorado legal name change, Florida Livescan processing, FINRA and more.
Valid ID Required: Acceptable forms include – A valid State ID Card (or outlying possession of the US with seal or logo from State Agency, Federal ID Card with seal or logo from Federal Agency, Commercial Driver’s license permit issued by State or outlying possession of the U.S., Commercial Driver’s license issued by a State or outlying possession of the U.S., paper/temporary Driver’s License issued by State or outlying possession of the U.S., valid U.S. passport, foreign passport, passport book/card, valid U.S. military identification card, permanent resident card/green card (I-551), enhanced tribal card (ETC).
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Colorado Fingerprinting Offers the Following Services:
Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Fingerprint Processing CABS
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Fingerprint Processing for the State of Colorado
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) requires that fingerprints are processed electronically through the ne Colorado Applicant Background Service (CABS) program. If you need to get fingerprinting for employment or licensure related to education, childcare, real estate, driving, adoption, healthcare, etc. please proceed to register for an account and schedule an appointment. During the registration process you will need a CBI unique ID which can be obtained from your employer or licensing agency or by using the CBI look up tool. Important – make sure the CBI unique ID is correct which cannot be changed once your order has been placed and fingerprints submitted.
Fingerprint Cards
Fingerprint Cards
Need fingerprint cards for non-Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) purposes such as licensure or employment in other states, Federal purposes, ATF, for other countries or for other non-CBI purposes? We can help with the highest quality fingerprints on FD-258 fingerprint cards. We use livescan to digitally capture fingerprints and print them on FD-258 fingerprint card with black ink (meets all state, federal and other agency requirements) with no smudging or smearing for the lowest rejection rate. If your instructions provided by the agency requesting fingerprints state to get them in black ink our method meets their requirement – we guarantee it. Not for use for concealed carry or court ordered fingerprints, please contact your county sheriff for assistance with these purposes.
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Fingerprint Cards
You can request fingerprint cards for non-Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) purposes such as licensure or employment in other states, Federal purposes, ATF, for other countries or for other non-CBI purpose. We use livescan to digitally capture fingerprints and print on FD-258 cards with black ink (accepted and preferred by all federal, state and other agencies) with no smudging or smearing and less than 1% of our fingerprints are rejected. In the rare event of a rejection we re-roll for free!!!. If your instructions provided by the agency requesting fingerprints state to get them in black ink our method meets their requirement – we guarantee it. This option is not available for CBI purposes, if your fingerprints needs to be processed with CBI please see above. Not for use for concealed carry or court ordered fingerprints, please contact your county sheriff for assistance with these purposes.
The FD-258 fingerprint card is included with our service. Once your fingerprints have been captured by the location and submitted your fingerprint card(s) will be SHIPPED by first class mail unless you opted for expedited shipping. If you select our Denver locations Downtown, Kalamath or Union/Lakewood we can print on your own card and/or provide you with your fingerprint cards the same day rather than shipping them to you. Once you receive the shipped card(s) you can write in any additional information needed. If you have your own card you do not need to bring it to your appointment just write in the information on the card(s) you receive from us. Schedule an appointment at any of our Colorado locations today. Again this method is accepted and preferred by all agencies for fingerprint cards. The cost is $20 for one fingerprint card and $10 each additional card.
FBI Background Checks
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FBI Background Checks
We can process your fingerprints with the FBI for personal review and challenging/corrections. Once received you can use them for other purposes such as living or working in another country, adoption, corrections or other court related matters. We have multiple options including electronic results within 24-48 hours. We use livescan to process your fingerprints with the FBI – there is nothing for you to mail, just schedule an appointment and we take it from there.
- 24-48 Hour Electronic Results – $55 Per Submission
- 24-48 Hour Electronic Results Plus Tamper Proof First Class Mailed Results – $65 Per Submission
CO Name Change Fingerprinting
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Colorado Name Change Fingerprinting
Trying to get your name legally changed? Colorado legal name changes require both a fingerprint based FBI and a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) background check. We can process both the CBI and FBI background checks with results returned within an average of 2-3 weeks. The cost is $86.50 per submission
Kinship Adoption
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Kinship Adoption
Kinship adoption is the adoption of a child by a grandparent, aunt, uncle, relative (either biological or a relative by marriage) or other member of the extended family. Kinship adoptions in Colorado typically require both a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and FBI fingerprint based background check. We can process both the CBI and FBI background checks with results returned in an average of 2-3 weeks. The cost is $86.50 per submission
Co Civil Restring Order
Trying to have a civil restraining order removed? Removing a civil restraining order in Colorado typically require both a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and FBI fingerprint based background check. We can process both the CBI and FBI background checks with results returned in an average of 2-3 weeks.
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Kinship Adoption
Removing a Colorado civil restraining order typically require both a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and FBI fingerprint based background check. We can process both the CBI and FBI background checks with results returned in an average of 2-3 weeks. The cost is $86.50 per submission.
Florida LiveScan Fingerprinting
Do you need to get fingerprinted for licensure or employment in the State of Florida? Using livescan we can process your fingerprints with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) with results returned within 24-72 hours. You will select the reason fingerprinted which includes the corresponding Florida Originating Agency Identifier (ORI) number which tells the FDLE why you need the background check and to whom to send your results.
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Florida LiveScan Fingerprinting
Need your fingerprints processed with Florida?
Using livescan, we process your fingerprints with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) with and Florida results are returned within 24-72 hours. We can process for multiple purposes which you select during the enrollment process. Once you select the reason the corresponding Florida Originating Agency Identifier (ORI) number is selected which tells the FDLE why you need the background check and to whom to send your results.
Florida Processing: $99 per submission
FINRA
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FINRA
FINRA is the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. FINRA is dedicated to investor protection and market integrity through effective and efficient regulation of the securities industry. FINRA is not part of the government, but rather, an independent non-profit organization authorized by Congress to protect America’s investors by making sure the securities industry operates fairly and honestly.
Fingerprint information can be submitted to FINRA either electronically through FINRA’s Electronic Fingerprint Submission (EFS) program or with hard copy of fingerprint cards. Save 35% on your FINRA transaction fees by utilizing EFS. Less hassle and faster results make this the best option for FINRA fingerprint-based background checks. All that we need for EFS processing is your firm name, firm address and firm CRD.
The cost for EFS is $59 per submission to FINRA. Fingerprint cards is $20 for one or $30 for two.
Colorado Name Based Court Record Search
CBI Record Challenge – If you are trying to challenge reported by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) please call us for assistance in scheduling an appointment for this purpose.
Colorado Fingerprinting does not process fingerprints for hazmat. Pleas visit https://www.tsa.gov/ for more information.