Live Scan Fingerprinting Services
St. Charles Towne Center Mall 11110 Mall Circle, Waldorf 20603
(Located next to Dicks Sporting Goods on the upper level)
The CCSO Fingerprint Center provides Live Scan background checks for individuals who need state and federal backgrounds, state only backgrounds and Fingerprint Cards (Live Scan FD258 and SF87 Ink Rolled). If an employer is sending you, please make sure they have provided you with the 10-digit authorization code, the ORI number and reason for printing (childcare, adult dependent care, Private Party etc.)
*PLEASE NOTE* We cannot process “Swft” for OPM / DOD or a SON number- You will have to find a PrintScan location online. “Identogo” for TWIC / TSA, or Hazmat is located at the MVA in Waldorf.
By Appointment Only Monday through Friday 10 am to 4 pm
Phone lines open at 8:30 am
301-609-6438
You may also email us at: fingerprinting@ccso.us please include your name, phone number and short description of your request and we will get back to you before the end of business hours.
Fees
The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services lists additional fees on its website.
- Full background (FBI and State): $58.00
- State only or FBI only background: $40.00
- FD258 cards and SF87 Ink Rolled Cards: $21.00
ID Requirements
You must have a physical, un-expired photo identification at the time of your appointment. (Drivers License, State ID card, Passport, Military or Government ID) We cannot accept expired ID’s, Apple Wallet ID or a photo of an ID. *Expired ID’s can be accepted ONLY with proof of renewal.
Current year Student ID’s can be used if under 18 and accompanied by an adult with valid ID.
NCIC for Outside LEA
If you are being sent by a law enforcement agency for NCIC, you are required to provide an authorization letter from your command on agency letterhead, specifically stating your name, your agency NCIC code and that they are requesting you to be fingerprinted for NCIC.
The following is a list of the most asked for services :
Maryland State Check
Adult Dependent Care – needs the companies CJIS code
Auto Sales/ Salesman
Private Party Employer Petition –must have the code and the Exact Job Title Registered with CJIS by Employer
Individual Review or Gold Seal Visa- will be mailed to applicant 5-10 business days
Immigration Visa (for US citizens going out of the country)
and others…
Federal and State
Most Maryland Boards(Physicians, Nurse, Pharmacy, Audio/HAD/Speech, Morticians, Massage Therapist, Chiropractic, Counselors, Nursing Home Admin, Occupational ,Physical Therapy, Social Work, Psychologist, et. al.)
Maryland Cannabis Commission
Child Care Licensing/Dept. of Education/ Office of Childcare- you must have the 10 digit authorization code specific to the employer or school
Driving Instructor – Driving Tester
Board of Elections
Liquor Board Licensing (FULL)
Locksmith
Lottery Commission
Precious Metal Dealers and Pawn Brokers
Public Service Commission – For-Hire Driver
and others…
Maryland State Police Licensing
Firearms Dealer
Concealed Carry Permit (MD CCW)
Handgun Qualification Licensing (HQL)
MPCTC
Private Detective Licensing
Security Guard Licensing
Security Guard Agency / Private Detective Agency
Security Systems Technician / Agency
Special Police / Railroad Commission
DISCLAIMER re: MSP HANDGUN APPLICATIONS
The Charles County Sheriff’s Office and Fingerprint Center are not affiliated with the Maryland State Police and cannot access the online Gun licensing applications (or any other licensing applications).
CCSO Fingerprint Center technicians are not trained to answer any questions pertaining to the MSP website and licensing portal. They are not required to know current handgun laws and regulations or the application process.
Any information offered by that technician should only be accepted as a personal courtesy, not law. Please confirm any information given to you with the Maryland State Police.
ALL questions concerning your MSP Licensing application you must contact the MSP at:
The Fingerprint Office Observes all Federal and Local Government Holidays and Closings.
In the event of inclement weather, we follow all Local Government Closings and Delays. If you have an appointment during a closing, we will contact you the next available business day to reschedule.