Fingerprinting is a crucial part of the legal name change process in Florida. IDENTICO provides fast, accurate, and compliant fingerprinting services for individuals in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties. Whether you’re changing your name due to marriage, divorce, or personal reasons, our services ensure you meet all state requirements efficiently.
IDENTICO is South Florida’s trusted partner for fingerprinting services. Here’s why:
Fingerprinting is a mandatory requirement for name change applications in Florida to ensure applicants meet court and legal background screening standards. This applies to:
Fingerprinting for legal name changes is an essential part of the process in Florida, ensuring compliance with state laws. The background check verifies your identity, helps detect any criminal history, and protects against potential misuse of name changes. IDENTICO’s secure and FDLE-compliant fingerprinting services guarantee accuracy and help streamline your application process for Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties.
State Compliance: We strictly adhere to Florida’s fingerprinting regulations for legal name changes, meeting all requirements for background checks and identity verification.
Electronic Submissions: Your fingerprints are securely transmitted to authorized agencies in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
FDLE Standards: Our fingerprinting process complies with Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) protocols, guaranteeing accuracy and acceptance.
Advanced Technology: Using state-of-the-art fingerprinting equipment, we capture high-quality prints to minimize rejections and errors.
For a smooth fingerprinting process, please bring:
To ensure your fingerprinting appointment for a legal name change goes as smoothly as possible, follow these helpful tips:
Bring the Required Documents: Make sure to have a valid, government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport. Additionally, bring any court documents or name change application forms if applicable.
Arrive Early or Schedule an Appointment: Walk-ins are welcome, but arriving early can help you avoid peak hours. If you’re using our mobile services, confirm your appointment details in advance.
Keep Hands Clean and Free of Lotions: Avoid using lotions, oils, or creams on your hands before your appointment. Clean, dry hands ensure better-quality fingerprints.
Double-Check Your ORI Number (if applicable): If your name change application requires an ORI number, make sure it’s accurate and ready before the appointment to prevent submission errors.
Confirm Your Personal Information: Verify that your name, date of birth, and other details are consistent across all documents to avoid delays in processing.
Be Prepared for Electronic Submissions: IDENTICO uses advanced live scan technology to submit your fingerprints electronically, so ensure your email or contact details are correct for follow-ups.
Plan for the Timeframe: Results typically take 3–5 business days. Schedule your fingerprinting session accordingly, especially if you’re working with court deadlines.
If you’re unable to visit our office, IDENTICO offers mobile fingerprinting services for individuals and families in South Florida. We bring our professional equipment to your location, making the process convenient and stress-free. Call us at 954-239-8590 to schedule a mobile session.
Fingerprinting is required by Florida law to verify your identity and conduct a background check as part of the legal name change process.
Walk-ins are welcome during our regular business hours. For mobile services, scheduling an appointment is required.
Yes, IDENTICO serves clients from Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties, ensuring compliance with local requirements.
This depends on the court’s requirements. Typically, fingerprints remain valid for the duration of the legal name change process, but it’s best to confirm with your local court.
For more information on legal name change fingerprinting requirements, refer to:
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