FINRA FINGERPRINTING
FINRA Electronic Fingerprint Submissions with Morrissette Legal Services
In partnership with PrintScan, Morrissette Legal Services is proud to offer authorized FINRA Electronic Fingerprint Submissions (EFS) to meet FINRA compliance requirements. PrintScan is one of only thirteen companies nationwide authorized by the FBI and FINRA to perform this service, ensuring strict adherence to all regulatory guidelines.
As a certified vendor, we provide a secure electronic channel for fingerprint submissions, with results promptly delivered back to the broker-dealer via the FINRA CRD system. The benefits of using our Electronic Fingerprint Submissions include faster processing times, superior fingerprint quality, reduced rejection rates, and cost-effective processing fees for firms.
In addition to electronic submissions, we also offer traditional fingerprinting services on FINRA-specific fingerprint cards, available at our location for your convenience.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions ⁎
Q. How does FINRA use my fingerprints for background checks?
A. As a federal-level Authorized Recipient, FINRA collaborates with the FBI to conduct a thorough background check based on the fingerprints you provide. Typically, your firm will receive the results within 72 hours of your fingerprinting appointment.
Q. How are my fingerprints sent to FINRA?
A. Through our partnership with PrintScan, an approved Electronic Fingerprint Submission (EFS) provider, your fingerprints are transmitted directly to FINRA in an electronic format. If you choose to use FINRA’s manual fingerprint cards, your firm must send them directly to FINRA. Please note that FINRA does not accept fingerprint cards sent by Authorized Channelers like PrintScan.
Q. What forms of payment do you accept?
A. We accept Zelle, Cash App, Square and all major credit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express.
Q. What happens to my fingerprints after they are scanned?
A. Your privacy is our top priority. After scanning, PrintScan does not retain fingerprint cards or images beyond 30 calendar days or the completion of the transaction, whichever comes first. All fingerprint data is securely destroyed or deleted in accordance with the FBI CJIS Security Policy.
Q. How comprehensive is a FINRA background check?
A. A FINRA background check, conducted in partnership with the FBI, provides a detailed and comprehensive review of the individual’s history.
