

…The law enforcement agency, school district, charter school or other entity shall verify the identity of the applicant through recognized means of photographic identification and a comparison of the demographic information on the photographic identification against the demographic information on the application form and the fingerprint card. Once an applicant’s fingerprints have been taken for a Regular (Non-IVP) paper application the technician is able to return the completed fingerprint card to the applicant for delivery to DPS, along with the application and fee for processing.įor an IVP paper application, the statutes on the application require the submission of “Identity Verified Prints” (IVP) pursuant to ARS § 15-106 which reads in part: The only difference is when your fingerprints are taken.
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Applicants renewing a valid IVP will be able to do so entirely on the PSP.Īpplicants will existing cards will be able to create an account and link their existing cards to their accounts. Applicants applying for Identity Verified Prints (IVP) cards, and who select to submit their fingerpritns via paper, will be sent the blue postage-paid return envelope with the fingerprint cards.
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It is imperative the Reference Number be included with the fingerprint card.Ĭommunication regarding applications and cards will be via the applicant's PSP message center and their supplied email. Once AZDPS receives the print cards or electronic prints, the fingerprints will be processed for review. If the applicant selects to submit prints via a paper fingerprint card, they will be sent a fingerprint card in the mail for use, or they can use a card supplied by a fingerprint vendor. If the applicant selects electronic, they will be directed to the Electronic Fingerprinting Application Services vendor website for processing. Electronic fingerprinting is only available if the applicant is physically present in Arizona. They will be asked if they want the fingerprints to be printed electronically or if they want to use paper fingerprint cards. Once the application is submitted via the PSP, applicants will be provided with a Reference Number for use when getting fingerprinted. The PSP will walk the applicant through the application process to ensure all required information is captured before the application is sent to AZDPS. FCC holders will also be able to order and pay for a replacement FCC directly on the PSP. The new secure PSP will allow applicants the ability to fill out and submit an FCC application online and pay the associated fees directly to the Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) via a secure credit card checkout.

Users will be prompted to create a secure account on the PSP, allowing them to receive timely communications and to check the status of the application. To protect Arizona’s vulnerable populations by determining the suitability of clearance card applicants to provide services to the state of Arizona and its citizens.Īpplicants can now utilize the Public Service Portal (PSP) to apply for a Fingerprint Clearance Card (FCC). You may add or delete sponsors at any time during the six (6) years your card is valid by notifying the ACCT at (602) 223-2279. Your licensing, certifying, or authorizing agency, board, or employer (sponsor) can better advise if you need a fingerprint clearance card, and which Statute provides the reason for the requirement. The Statutes currently list 52 reasons why a person may need a fingerprint clearance card. The Arizona Revised Statutes (Statutes) require members of many professions to have an active fingerprint clearance card prior to or as a condition of licensure, certification, or employment. As of January 1, 2019, there were 762,811 active fingerprint clearance cards in use. Between Jand J138,940 Fingerprint Clearance Cards were issued. The Applicant Clearance Card Team (ACCT) at the Arizona Department of Public Safety, receives applications and reviews criminal history records of applicants to determine their suitability to receive a fingerprint clearance card, and periodically updates the status of current fingerprint clearance cards. Fingerprint Clearance Card Applications, Requests, and Status ChecksĪrizona Revised Statutes require many professions to have an active fingerprint clearance card prior to or as a condition of licensure, certification, or employment.
