Mobile Ink Fingerprinting (Not Live Scan) in Las Vegas
Lake Mead Mobile Notary provides mobile ink fingerprinting using FBI FD-258 cards or agency-supplied fingerprint cards for licensing, employment background checks, and compliance documentation across Las Vegas and Henderson.
A technician comes to your home, workplace, or designated location, captures your fingerprints on physical cards, and signs as the official taking fingerprints so you can submit those cards to the boards or agencies that requested them.
This service is designed for applicants and employers whose licensing boards or regulators accept fingerprint cards and who prefer on-site convenience over visiting a fingerprinting center.
Before scheduling, you should confirm with your agency whether ink cards are acceptable, obtain any required fingerprint cards or request forms, and plan how completed cards will be mailed or delivered.
Service Context
Ink Card Fingerprinting Overview (Not Live Scan)
This service focuses on traditional ink fingerprint cards, not electronic capture.
Licensing boards, regulators and employers often require fingerprints as part of background checks and compliance reviews.
Some agencies accept fingerprint cards completed in black ink on FD-258 or agency-specific forms, while others encourage or require live-scan electronic transmission for faster processing.
Our mobile fingerprinting service is built around traditional ink cards: we come to you, roll your fingerprints on cards, and sign as the official taking fingerprints so you can submit those cards where they are needed.
If your agency requires live-scan electronic capture, or strongly advises using approved live-scan sites, this mobile ink service will not meet that requirement and you should choose an appropriate fingerprinting center instead.
Who Uses This Service
Who Mobile Fingerprinting Is For
We support individual applicants and employers whose agencies accept card submissions.
Licensing applicants
Individuals applying for professional licenses who have been instructed to submit fingerprint cards rather than live-scan submissions.
Healthcare and caregiving staff
Workers in clinics, hospitals, home care or assisted living who need fingerprints for background checks and regulatory compliance.
Security and enforcement-related roles
Positions in security, law enforcement support or regulated environments that require fingerprints on specified cards.
Education and youth services
Teachers, school staff and youth program workers whose boards accept fingerprint cards for clearances and background checks.
Independent contractors and remote staff
Contractors and employees who need fingerprints for contracting, compliance or remote onboarding and prefer an on-site session.
Employers arranging group sessions
Companies that want a technician to visit their facility and capture fingerprints for multiple team members in one appointment.
Cards and Forms
Fingerprint Cards and Paperwork We Work With
We capture prints on the cards and forms your agency recognizes.
FBI FD-258 fingerprint cards
Standard fingerprint cards used for many state and federal background checks, printed and completed in black ink.
Agency-specific fingerprint cards
Cards issued or specified by boards, regulators or employers that must be used for particular licensing or employment processes.
Fingerprint request forms and waivers
Background waiver forms and request forms that accompany cards and must be completed according to agency instructions.
Employer-supplied documentation
Forms supplied by employers, vendors or compliance departments to link fingerprint cards to specific checks or systems.
Out-of-state or federal card packages
Cards used for processes outside Nevada when physical cards are required instead of live-scan submissions.
Supporting identification details
Required card fields such as name, date of birth, address and reason for fingerprinting, completed legibly before or during the session.
Appointment Preparation
What to Confirm and Prepare Before Your Session
Good preparation helps avoid delays and rejected fingerprint cards.
Confirm whether cards are acceptable
Review your board or employer instructions to see if they permit ink fingerprint cards or require live-scan instead.
Obtain required cards and forms
Request FD-258 cards, agency-specific cards, waivers and request forms from the agency or follow their instructions for printing them.
Complete card information in ink
Fill required fields such as name, date of birth, address and reason for fingerprinting in clear black ink before or during the session.
Gather identification
Bring at least one government-issued photo ID and any additional identification requested by your agency.
Review submission instructions
Know where and how completed cards must be mailed or delivered, including fees, envelopes and “do not fold” guidance if applicable.
Choose a suitable location
Select a space at home or work where the technician can set up equipment and capture clear fingerprints.
Mobile Session Process
Mobile Fingerprinting Session Process
A simple sequence for ink card fingerprinting at your location.
1
Confirm requirements and obtain cards
You review agency instructions, confirm that card submissions are allowed, and obtain any required fingerprint cards or forms.
2
Schedule a mobile appointment
You arrange a time for a technician to visit your home, workplace or other agreed location in Las Vegas or Henderson.
3
Prepare identification and paperwork
You gather identification and complete required card fields and request forms in black ink according to agency instructions.
4
Capture fingerprints on cards
The technician rolls your fingerprints on FD-258 or agency cards and signs as the official taking fingerprints.
5
Review and submit cards to your agency
You keep completed cards and follow your board or employer’s instructions for mailing or delivering them.
Comparing Options
Old-School Ink vs Express Live-Scan Locations
Choose the approach that best matches your agency’s requirements and your priorities.
Ink card fingerprinting (this service)
Offers mobile convenience and on-site sessions using physical cards, suitable when agencies accept card submissions or when you need cards for out-of-state or federal processes.
Live-scan fingerprinting and “express” centers
Provides electronic capture and transmission through approved sites, often with faster turnaround and board-preferred processing where available.
When ink cards are a better fit
Ink cards may be appropriate when you cannot access live-scan easily, when agencies explicitly request cards, or when you need mobile service at a specific location.
When live-scan is a better fit
Live-scan is often recommended when agencies state that electronic submission is required or strongly encouraged for quicker results.
Checking approved facilities
Many boards publish lists of approved live-scan sites and fingerprinting locations. Reviewing those lists helps you decide which option to use.
Balancing speed and convenience
Applicants and employers should weigh turnaround time, travel requirements and scheduling flexibility when choosing between mobile ink cards and center-based live-scan.
Service Questions
Mobile Fingerprinting Service Questions
Common questions about how our ink card service works.
Do you offer live-scan or electronic fingerprinting?
No. This service uses ink fingerprint cards only. Live-scan and electronic capture must be obtained from approved fingerprinting centers.
Can you submit my fingerprints electronically to DPS, FBI, or a board?
No. We capture fingerprints on cards and sign as the official taking fingerprints. You are responsible for submitting cards according to agency instructions.
Can you guarantee how fast my background check will be processed?
No. Processing times are controlled by agencies and background-check systems. We cannot promise or guarantee turnaround times.
What if my agency’s packet mentions live-scan?
If your packet recommends or requires live-scan, you should use an approved live-scan or express fingerprinting site instead of mobile ink cards.
Do you provide the FD-258 cards, or do I need to bring them?
In many cases you must obtain cards or print approved forms from your agency. Availability of cards from our team may vary and should be confirmed before scheduling.
What happens if my fingerprint cards are rejected as illegible?
Agencies decide whether cards are acceptable. If cards are rejected, you may need to repeat fingerprinting according to their instructions, which can include visiting a live-scan site.
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