Public Service Fingerprinting in Lancaster Ohio for Municipal Hiring

Quick answer

Candidates for municipal jobs in Lancaster are often asked to complete BCI and FBI checks through Ohio WebCheck before hire. Use the providers listed on this page once the city or department sends instructions.

Fingerprinting Providers Near Lancaster, Ohio

10-8 Protective Services LLC, Columbus (Featured)

• Address: 2600 Oakstone Dr. Ste 15, Columbus, OH 43231
• Phone: (800) 949-8521
• Office hours: Mon to Fri 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Services: Ohio WebCheck fingerprinting for BCI, FBI or both
• Scheduling: Call or visit 10-8protectiveservices.com

Ohio Security & Investigations, Youngstown (Featured)

• Address: 7087 West Blvd #8, Youngstown, OH 44512
• Phone: (888) 341-6960
• Hours: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Email: info@ohioinvestigators.com
• Services: Ohio WebCheck fingerprinting for BCI, FBI or both
• Scheduling: Book online at ohioinvestigators.com or call

Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office Civil and Fiscal Unit, Lancaster (in town)

• Address: 345 Lincoln Avenue, Lancaster, OH 43130
• Phone: (740) 652-7320
• Fingerprinting hours: Appointments Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM; office open Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Services: Electronic BCI and FBI WebCheck fingerprinting; manual ink fingerprint cards
• Fees: BCI $40; FBI $40; BCI and FBI $65; manual prints $10 per card. Cash, check, money order or card
• Scheduling: Call to schedule an appointment. Bring ID and original Social Security card

Mobile Fingerprinting Solutions, Pickerington (about 16 miles away)

• Address: 8537 Refugee Road, Pickerington, OH 43147
• Phone: (614) 321-2182
• Services: National WebCheck electronic fingerprinting submitted to Ohio BCI and the FBI; mobile onsite fingerprinting; notary; background screening and drug testing
• Scheduling: By appointment only; book online or through the contact form; Provider page

Heath Police Department, Heath (about 23 miles away)

• Address: 1287 Hebron Road, Heath, OH 43056
• Phone: (740) 522-2141
• Fingerprinting hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Services: WebCheck electronic fingerprint submission for BCI and FBI; ink prints on your own card
• Fees: BCI $40; FBI $42; BCI and FBI $60; ink prints $25 (price sheet posted January 2023, confirm before visiting)
• Scheduling: No appointment needed

Newark Division of Police, Newark (about 26 miles away)

• Address: 39 South 4th Street, Newark, OH 43055
• Phone: (740) 670-7209
• Fingerprinting hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• Services: Electronic fingerprinting for Ohio BCI and FBI checks; no ink cards
• Fees: BCI only $28; FBI only $35; both $60
• Scheduling: Call to schedule an appointment

Distances are approximate straight line miles. Hours and fees change, so confirm with the provider before you go.

Fingerprinting for Municipal Hiring

Public employers frequently require background checks for positions such as police, fire, utilities, recreation and office staff, particularly roles involving public safety, cash handling or work with children. The hiring department usually specifies which checks are needed and where results should go.

Some departments schedule fingerprinting for you or work with a specific provider, so ask before booking on your own. Be honest on your application, since background results are compared with what you disclose. Keep a copy of your receipt and follow up with human resources if your start date approaches without word on results.

What to Bring to Your Appointment

• A valid, unexpired government photo ID such as a driver license, state ID or passport
• The reason code or Ohio Revised Code section from the employer or licensing board requesting your check
• The mailing address or email where results should be sent
• Any FD-258 cards supplied by an out of state agency, left unsigned until you are with the technician
• Payment in a form the provider accepts

Which Check Do You Need?

BCI only searches Ohio records and is common for many state licenses and volunteer roles. FBI only searches national records. BCI and FBI is required for many teaching, health care, child care and professional licenses, especially if you have lived outside Ohio in the past five years. If you are unsure, ask the agency requesting your prints before booking.

How Long Results Take

Most WebCheck results reach the employer or applicant within one to four weeks. Poor print quality or a common name can add time. For delays, contact the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation at (877) 224-0043.

Find More Providers

Browse the FindLiveScan.com directory to compare fingerprinting locations across Ohio, Pennsylvania and every other state, including sheriff’s offices, police departments, national chains and retail locations. Hours and fees change, so confirm with the provider before you go.