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AB 506 Fingerprinting
San Jose & the Bay Area

DOJ-certified AB 506 Live Scan California for churches, schools, nonprofits, sports leagues, camps, and any youth-serving organization — we travel to your facility for groups of 5 or more across the Bay Area.

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Since 2022
Effective Jan 1
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5+ Group
Mobile Minimum
California Assembly Bill 506

What AB 506 requires of your organization

California AB 506 background check requirements took effect January 1, 2022. The law applies to any youth-serving organization — churches, schools, nonprofits, sports leagues, camps, after-school programs, and any group whose primary purpose involves children under 18.

Every administrator, employee, and regular volunteer needs a DOJ Live Scan background check. Name-based checks no longer qualify. Fingerprints submit to both the California DOJ and the FBI for state and federal review.

That’s the part we handle. Your organization sets up its ORI and Custodian of Records — we provide the actual AB 506 compliance fingerprinting Bay Area service for your team.

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Quick Reference

AB 506 essentials

  • Effective dateJanuary 1, 2022
  • Codified inCA Business & Professions Code §18975
  • “Regular volunteer”>16 hours/month or >32 hours/year
  • Background checkLive Scan only — name checks don’t qualify
  • SubmissionCalifornia DOJ + FBI (state & federal)
  • FrequencyOne-time per organization (not transferable)
Who must comply

Organizations subject to AB 506

If your organization’s primary purpose involves serving children under 18, the law applies. Here are the most common types we work with.

Churches & faith communities

AB 506 church fingerprinting for Sunday school, youth groups, vacation Bible school, summer camp staff, and volunteers regularly working with minors at your congregation.

Sports leagues & teams

AB 506 sports league fingerprinting for AYSO, Little League, club soccer, swim teams, and youth athletic groups with coaches who meet the volunteer threshold.

Schools & after-school

Public, private, charter, and parochial schools. After-school programs, tutoring centers, and any school-based youth program.

Nonprofits & mentoring

AB 506 nonprofit Live Scan for Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys & Girls Clubs, Scouts, 4-H, and any nonprofit whose volunteers exceed 16 hours per month.

Camps & recreation

Day camps, overnight camps, summer recreation programs, science camps, music camps, and seasonal program staff with regular minor contact.

Childcare & daycare

Licensed and unlicensed childcare facilities serving minors, plus programs where employees or volunteers regularly supervise children, including family child care homes.

Honest scope

What we handle — and what we don’t

Compliance for an AB 506 youth service organization has three parts: fingerprinting, training, and policies. We focus on the fingerprinting; the other pieces have free state resources.

What we do

The fingerprinting step, done right

  • DOJ-certified Live Scan fingerprinting with the right form codes
  • Mobile sessions at your church, camp, or facility
  • Mobile fingerprinting AB 506 sessions for groups of 5+
  • Electronic submission to California DOJ and FBI
  • FD-258 ink cards on request for out-of-state volunteers
  • Trilingual: English, Spanish, Vietnamese
What we don’t do

Other AB 506 pieces (and where to get them)

  • ORI / Custodian of Records setup — apply via the California DOJ Agency Authorization Portal
  • Mandated Reporter Training — free online via the California Department of Social Services
  • Written child-abuse-prevention policies — insurers and risk-management providers offer templates
  • Insurance compliance certifications — your liability carrier handles this
How it works

From your DOJ form to cleared volunteers

Once your organization has its ORI, the fingerprinting itself is straightforward.

1

Your org provides the form

Each volunteer brings a completed BCIA 8016 with your organization’s ORI and the application code filled in.

2

Schedule your mobile session

Pick a date and confirm the location. We coordinate with your scheduler for a session that works for your team.

3

We capture the prints

Each applicant brings photo ID. Our certified roller captures electronic fingerprints in under 10 minutes per person.

4

DOJ & FBI receive results

Results submit electronically to your Custodian of Records. Most clearances return within a few business days.

Transparent pricing

Same rate as our regular Live Scan service

No special “AB 506 surcharge.” Same cost as any other Live Scan — rolling fee per person plus DOJ and FBI government fees.

Live Scan rolling fee

Per applicant. Charged for each volunteer fingerprinted at your mobile session.

$50
per person

Mobile travel & setup fee

Up to 10 miles from our San Jose office. Beyond 10 miles, call for a custom quote.

$100
per day

DOJ & FBI government fees

Set by the State of California and the FBI. Specific to application type. Collected at the visit and remitted on your behalf.

Varies
per applicant

Mobile session minimum

5 volunteers minimum per on-site visit. Smaller groups, call for options.

5+
per visit

Ready to schedule your AB 506 mobile session? Call (408) 766-3528 with your group size, location, and date.

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Why organizations choose us

Built for youth organization realities

Our partner office, TrustPoint Disability and Legal Services, handles document drafting and disability-related matters when your case needs a related-services referral.

Form codes correct on first submission

The application uses specific DOJ form codes. We’ve processed these since the law took effect — rejection from a wrong code means re-rolling, lost time before your insurance audit.

5-volunteer minimum, not 20

Most Bay Area providers require 20+ before sending a unit. We come for groups of five — meaningful for small congregations and teams that can’t round up that many.

We come to your sanctuary or facility

Sending volunteers off-site loses people. We bring DOJ-certified Live Scan equipment to your church, camp, gym, or community center.

Trilingual on every visit

English, Spanish, and Vietnamese fluently — meaningful when youth programs serve diverse families and forms differ from everyday vocabulary.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions about AB 506 fingerprinting

Who exactly counts as a “regular volunteer” under AB 506?
A regular volunteer is anyone 18 or older who has direct contact with children for more than 16 hours per month or more than 32 hours per year. One-time helpers and parents at occasional events generally don’t qualify.
Does our church or nonprofit need an ORI before we can fingerprint?
Yes. Your organization applies for an Originating Agency Identifier (ORI) through the California DOJ Agency Authorization Portal. We don’t handle the ORI application — that’s your job — but once you have it, the fingerprinting step is what we do.
Will a name-based background check satisfy AB 506?
No. The law specifically requires Live Scan fingerprint-based checks. Name-only checks don’t qualify. Fingerprints submit to both the California DOJ and FBI for state and federal review.
Do volunteers have to redo Live Scan if they switch organizations?
Yes. Live Scan results aren’t transferable — each youth organization needs its own ORI submission. A volunteer who’s served at one church and joins another church needs a new Live Scan tied to the new church’s ORI.
Can you come to our facility for an AB 506 group session?
Yes — that’s our most-requested service. Whether you’re a church, summer camp, or sports league, our AB 506 fingerprinting Bay Area mobile sessions are $50 per person plus $100 travel for up to 10 miles. See mobile group page for details on Live Scan for camps and other groups.
How long do AB 506 background results take?
Most clearances return to your Custodian of Records within a few business days, varying by DOJ and FBI workload. Fingerprinting itself takes about 10 minutes per applicant. Subsequent arrest notification is also available.
What about Mandated Reporter Training?
The law also requires Mandated Reporter Training for the same volunteers. We don’t provide training — the California Department of Social Services offers it free online. We focus on fingerprinting; training and policy work happens through other channels.
What space do we need for an on-site session?
Just a quiet room with a chair, a table, and a power outlet — a Sunday school classroom or office works fine. We bring everything else: equipment, supplies, and a privacy screen for applicant comfort.
For California youth-serving organizations

Call (408) 766-3528 for a quote

Tell us your organization type, group size, and location. We’ll quote your AB 506 fingerprinting session.

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