BCI/FBI Fingerprinting

The Mercer County ESC is an authorized National Webcheck location. We offer fingerprint services available through the Biometric Information ​Management System provided by The Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCII). Fingerprints may be done on this system for BCI only ​(State of Ohio), FBI only (Federal Bureau of Investigation), or a combination of BCI and FBI.

By appointment ONLY!

Monday-Friday

8:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

Call: (419) 586-6628

to schedule an appointment

Last appointment is 3:30PM.

BCI $35

FBI $35

Both $70

We accept CASH ONLY.

• Completed "Request for Background Check" form found using the link below.
  
• Click HERE to print off a copy of the request/registration form
  
• Click HERE to view BCI Codes--you must know and enter the correct code on the form
  
• Click HERE to view FBI Codes--you must know and enter the correct code on the form
  
• You will need to know which background check(s) you are required to have completed.
  
• BCI
  
• FBI
  
• Both BCI and FBI
  
• Click HERE to view the "Privacy Act Statement" / "Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Rights"
  
• You will also need to know if there is a direct copy option associated with the type of employment or licensure you are obtaining (ODE will ​ONLY accept results sent in an electronic format). If no direct copy is needed, circle NONE.
  
• Ex: Ohio Department of Education, Nursing Board, Ohio BMV, etc.
  
• Name, Address, and Phone Number to which the background results are to be mailed
  
• the Employer / Company / Agency / School Name and/or Licensure Office
  
• Driver's License or State Issued ID
  
• Social Security Number (we do not need to see your card but you MUST know your number)
  
• If you are under the age of 18, your parent or legal guardian MUST sign the "Request for Background Check" form