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Dixielee, BSN, RN · May 15, 2008

I have had to have fingerprints for several states as part of licensure and have done it through my local police department. I think there was a small fee, but not much.

I hit the thanks instead of the reply button, so I guess I am saying thanks for coming here to ask!

queenjean · May 15, 2008

You might go to the "region" area and post in the Texas forum. The nurses there might be able to help you.

I'm not sure what exactly you mean. Do you have to have a finger print on your BON application? Or for a job application?

TX_RN_CAPA · May 16, 2008

The following information comes directly from the Texas Board of Nursing Web site (http://www.bon.state.tx.us/olv/faqs-fp.html#faq7)....

"Can I do the fingerprints on my own?

No, the fingerprints must be done by someone trained to collect fingerprints. If you are unable to be fingerprinted through L-1 Identity Solutions (formerly known as Identix), you may be fingerprinted at a law enforcement agency (police department/sheriff's office).

What is L-1 Identity Solutions (formerly known as Identix)?

L-1 Identity Solutions (formerly known as Identix) is a company contracted by the Department of Public Safety to provide fingerprinting services in the State of Texas. They have locations throughout the state and specialize in live-scan fingerprinting. The BON recommends that Texas residents use L-1 Identity Solutions (formerly known as Identix) for fingerprinting services. Fingerprints done with L-1 Identity Solutions (formerly known as Identix) can be submitted electronically to the BON which results in fewer rejected fingerprints and faster processing."