An Ohio BCI fingerprint check reports Ohio criminal history records that are allowed to be released for the reason code used. What appears depends on Ohio law and your specific reason code.

For clear fingerprints, keep your hands clean and dry, avoid heavy lotion, stay relaxed and let the technician guide each finger on the scanner.

Fingerprints are most often rejected for low quality images caused by dry, worn or damaged skin, poor pressure or smudged ink. An experienced operator and a little preparation prevent most rejections.