Quick answer: For clear fingerprints, keep your hands clean and dry, avoid heavy lotion, stay relaxed and let the technician guide each finger on the scanner.
Before You Arrive
Wash your hands, skip heavy creams and remove rings if they might get in the way. Warm hands also print better than cold ones in winter.
During the Scan
Relax your fingers and let the technician roll and position them. Avoid pushing down hard, which can blur the ridges.
Get Fingerprinted at Ohio Security & Investigations
Ohio Security & Investigations provides LiveScan fingerprinting through Ohio WebCheck for BCI and FBI background checks, plus FD-258 ink fingerprint cards, for residents and employers across Youngstown, the Mahoning Valley and Ohio.
- Address: 7087 West Blvd #8, Youngstown, Ohio 44512
- Phone: (888) 341-6960
- Email: info@ohioinvestigators.com
- Website: ohioinvestigators.com
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I moisturize before fingerprinting?
Light moisture helps very dry skin, but avoid heavy or greasy lotion right before your appointment.
Does nail polish matter?
Nail polish does not usually affect fingerprints, since prints come from the fingertip pads.
Background check requirements, fees and processing times are set by Ohio BCI, the FBI and the agency requesting your check. Always confirm details with your employer or licensing board.