35 minutes from Carpinteria · 32 miles

Live Scan Fingerprinting in Carpinteria, CA

Thirty-five minutes down the coast on the 101, with no line when you arrive.

805 Live Scan is a private, DOJ & FBI certified Live Scan fingerprinting and notary studio in Camarillo, CA, serving Carpinteria and all of Santa Barbara County. Walk-ins and appointments Tuesday through Friday, and after hours by arrangement.

getting here

From Carpinteria to our studio.

About 35 minutes and 32 miles via US-101 south to the Carmen Drive exit. Free parking at the door, and most visits are finished in fifteen minutes, so a round trip from Carpinteria fits inside a lunch hour.

Directions from Carpinteria
neighborhoods

Across Carpinteria.

  • Downtown Carpinteria
  • Summerland
  • Concha Loma
  • Carpinteria Bluffs
  • Sandyland Cove
  • Rincon
nearby

Landmarks we know.

  • Carpinteria State Beach
  • Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve
  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
  • Carpinteria Salt Marsh
  • Linden Avenue
  • Rincon Point
serving Carpinteria

Live Scan & notary, close to home.

Carpinteria is the one city on this page outside Ventura County, and it is here for a simple reason: the drive down US-101 from Linden Avenue to our Camarillo studio takes about 35 minutes, often less than the trip into Santa Barbara at the wrong hour, and there is no line when you arrive. Live Scan results are routed by the ORI code on your form, not by where your prints were captured, so a Carpinteria school district, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff, or any state licensing board receives your results from 805 Live Scan exactly as it would from any other certified provider.

Carpinteria’s schools and childcare

The Carpinteria Unified School District, the city’s independent schools and preschools, and its youth sports and recreation programs clear teachers, aides, coaches, and volunteers through Live Scan every year, with the busiest weeks in August and before spring sports. Bring the district’s BCIA 8016 with your photo ID; we verify the ORI code before capturing prints and transmit to the DOJ before you leave. Results typically reach the district within 48 to 72 hours.

Caregivers, licensees, and CCW applicants

Santa Barbara County IHSS caregivers, home care and assisted living staff, new real estate licensees in Carpinteria and Summerland, and concealed carry applicants through the Santa Barbara County Sheriff all pass through Live Scan. Each agency sets its own DOJ and FBI processing fees, which are collected together with our $40 rolling fee at your visit. If anything on your form is unclear, we will walk through it with you.

A private studio, not a counter

805 Live Scan does only two things — fingerprinting and notary work — in a quiet studio off US-101 at Carmen Drive, with the owner personally operating certified equipment. Walk in Tuesday through Friday, or reserve a time online for a guaranteed slot; either way, plan on about fifteen minutes in the room and free parking at the building.

Notary services

Diane is a commissioned California notary. Studio notary appointments — escrow and loan signings, powers of attorney, trusts, healthcare directives, and affidavits — can be combined with your Live Scan visit. Mobile notary service for Carpinteria and Summerland is available by arrangement, with a travel fee based on distance.

what we do

Services for Carpinteria.

No. 1

Live Scan Fingerprinting

Certified electronic fingerprinting for licensing, employment, adoption, CCW, and volunteer background checks — submitted to the DOJ and FBI while you're here. Clients must provide the BCIA 8016 Request for Live Scan Service form from the requesting agency, and the form must include the ORI code.

  • Form BCIA 8016 ↗
  • Channels DOJ · FBI
  • Rolling fee $40
  • Results 48–72 hrs
  • ATI number Same day
No. 2

Notary Public

Powers of attorney, affidavits, escrow and loan packages — notarized by a commissioned California notary, in-studio or wherever you are in Ventura County.

  • In studio By appointment
  • Mobile County-wide
  • Loan signings Available
No. 3

Mobile Live Scan

Our mobile group service is currently offered within Ventura County. Carpinteria groups are welcome at the studio, and we are happy to talk through options.

  • Minimum5 people
  • CoverageVentura County
  • PricingCall for a quote
Call (805) 377-3595
who we help

Live Scan for Carpinteria employers, boards & volunteers.

Most Live Scan requests come from a licensing board, school district, healthcare employer, or state agency. If your requesting agency in Carpinteria handed you a BCIA 8016 form with an ORI code, we can submit it.

Carpinteria Unified School District

Teachers, classified staff, substitutes, coaches, and classroom volunteers are cleared through the DOJ and FBI.

Private schools and preschools

Staff, aides, and volunteers at Carpinteria's independent schools and licensed childcare centers are fingerprinted through Live Scan.

Home care and senior living

Caregivers and staff at Carpinteria's assisted living and home care agencies are cleared through the DOJ.

Santa Barbara County In-Home Supportive Services

IHSS caregivers must complete a DOJ background check before they can be enrolled and paid.

California Department of Real Estate

New Carpinteria and Summerland salesperson and broker applicants submit Live Scan prints with their license application.

Santa Barbara County Sheriff — CCW applicants

Concealed carry permit applicants submit Live Scan prints as part of the Sheriff's application process.

Youth sports and recreation programs

Coaches, camp counselors, and program staff complete Live Scan before the season begins.

Resource Family Approval

Foster, adoptive, and kinship caregivers and all adults in the household are fingerprinted through Live Scan.

Correct the first time.

1

Reserve

Choose a time online, Tuesday through Friday. Confirmation and a what-to-bring note arrive instantly.

2

Arrive

Bring your valid state or government-issued photo ID and the requesting agency form. Your wait time typically does not exceed 5 minutes.

3

Signed & sealed

Prints submitted, ATI number in hand, documents sealed. Out the door in about fifteen minutes.

pricing

What Live Scan costs for Carpinteria clients.

$40

Rolling fee

Our competitively priced fee for capturing and transmitting your fingerprints to the DOJ and FBI. It is the same whether you walk in or reserve a time.

Varies

DOJ & FBI processing fees

Set by the government and determined by your requesting agency's ORI code, so they differ between a school district, a licensing board, and a CCW application. Not negotiable by any Live Scan provider.

$15

Notary, per signature

California caps notary fees at $15 per signature. Mobile notary visits in Carpinteria add a modest travel fee based on distance from Camarillo.

Everything is payable at the time of your visit. We accept Zelle, Venmo, Credit cards, Debit cards, Personal checks, Business checks and Cash.

hours of operation

Open Tuesday through Friday.

  • Tuesday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Walk-ins until 5 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Walk-ins until 5 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Walk-ins until 5 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Walk-ins until 5 pm

Closed 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm for lunch. Appointments and walk-ins Tuesday through Friday.

We offer after hours services by appointment only. Please call or text for details. (805) 377-3595

payment

We accept the following forms of payment.

  • Venmo
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Cash

Live Scan rolling fee: $40. DOJ and FBI processing fees are set by the government and vary by requesting agency — payable at the time of your visit.

DOJ fee schedule
Carpinteria questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Santa Barbara County agency receive results from a Camarillo Live Scan?

Yes. Live Scan results are routed by the ORI code on your BCIA 8016 form, not by where your prints were taken. Any California agency — a Carpinteria school district, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff, a state licensing board — receives results from our Camarillo studio exactly as it would from a provider in Santa Barbara.

Do you offer mobile Live Scan in Carpinteria?

Our mobile group service is currently offered within Ventura County. Carpinteria groups are welcome at the studio, and we are happy to talk through options for larger organizations — call or text (805) 377-3595.

What should I bring to a Live Scan appointment?

A valid state or government-issued photo ID and your BCIA 8016 form — the Request for Live Scan Service — from your requesting agency. We attend to everything else.

How quickly will results come back?

Most DOJ responses process within 48–72 hours; FBI-level checks can take slightly longer. Results are transmitted directly to your requesting agency, and you'll leave with an ATI number to track your submission.

Do you accept walk-ins?

Yes — Tuesday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Same-day reservations are often available. After hours services can be arranged by appointment.

What does Live Scan cost?

Our rolling fee is competitively priced at $40. DOJ and FBI processing fees are fixed by the government — they vary by your requesting agency and are not negotiable. Everything is collected together at your visit.

How may I pay?

Zelle, Venmo, credit and debit cards, personal and business checks, and cash. All fees are collected at your visit.

Will the notary travel to me?

With pleasure — homes, offices, hospitals, and escrow signings throughout Ventura County, with a modest travel fee by distance.

What is an ORI number?

The ORI number tells the DOJ where to send results and determines applicable fees. It must be correct on your form before fingerprinting.

What happens if my prints are rejected?

You will usually receive a formal rejection or deficiency notice explaining the reason for the rejection, along with instructions on how to fix it. The government fees are waived for eligible resubmissions. If you return to 805 Live Scan, the rolling fee is also waived.

Why can’t I use one Live Scan for another purpose?

Live Scan fingerprint results are tied to a specific requesting agency and purpose. They cannot be reused or shared for a different agency or purpose.

Can I get a copy of my results from 805 Live Scan?

No. Results are sent directly to the requesting agency — we do not receive or store background check results. You can use the ATI (Applicant Transaction Identifier) number given to you to track your results on the DOJ website, and you can request a copy from your agency.

Can I request a criminal history record for myself?

Yes. To receive a copy of your own criminal history record, you must submit fingerprint images, pay a $25 processing fee to the DOJ and a $40 rolling fee to 805 Live Scan. All California applicants can use the Live Scan Form (BCIA 8016RR) and follow these steps:

  1. Check “Record Review” as the “Type of Application.”
  2. Enter “Record Review” on the “Reason for Application” line.
  3. Fill out all your personal information.
  4. Bring the completed form to 805 Live Scan for fingerprinting.

You may be eligible to apply for a fee waiver to cover the DOJ processing fees.

also serving

Nearby cities we serve.

Camarillo Fillmore Moorpark Port Hueneme Santa Paula Simi Valley Thousand Oaks

ready when you are

Book your Carpinteria Live Scan today.

Reserve a time online, or simply walk in Tuesday through Friday. Bring a valid state or government-issued photo ID and your BCIA 8016 form from your requesting agency, and we will handle the rest.