Fingerprinting Requirements

A background check is required for:

New Applicants for private investigator licensure
Applicant's that have a license that is expire more than thirty (30) days

If you are a new applicant, or your license is more than thirty days expired, you must provide fingerprints with your application.

All fingerprint submissions are processed through the private investigator program via the Oregon State Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigations.

Option One - Electronic fingerprinting via Fieldprint

Submit Electronic Fingerprints via Fieldprint, Inc. Fieldprint provides all aspects of the fingerprinting process from electronic collection to sending the collected fingerprints to OSP/FBI for processing - eliminating the need for submission of a fingerprint card and Affidavit form in a sealed tamper-proof bag to the department. In addition, Fieldprint offers nationwide fingerprinting services within a reasonable distance from any location. Please visit: www.fieldprintoregon.com for more information and to schedule an appointment.

You will need to use this Fieldprint code when scheduling your appointment: FPPILicenseDPSST

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE NOTE:

Be Sure to enter the correct Fieldprint code (codes are listed above) when scheduling your appointment. Entry of an incorrect code will result in the rejection of your prints and you will be required to reschedule and repeat the fingerprint process, which will include repayment of the electronic fingerprint fee charged by Fieldprint Inc; and

Once you have completed the process of scheduling an appointment with Fieldprint, Inc., you will be provided with a Confirmation Page. You must include a copy of your Confirmation Page with your application (PI-1) upon submission to DPSST.

Option Two - Live Scan fingerprinting

Submit a Live Scan printed fingerprint card. Live Scan is an inkless electronic fingerprinting method where fingerprints are scanned and saved as a digital image. When done properly, Live Scan can have a greater success rate than the traditional ink method. However, Live Scan is not available in all areas.

Option Three - Traditional ink fingerprinting

Submit a completed ink fingerprint card. The Department will supply pre-printed FBI fingerprint cards at no charge. Please contact our office to request one.