Livescan fingerprinting services are available to the public at the City of Carlsbad Police Department. Appointments are required. Call 442-339-2100 to schedule an appointment.

Fees

State Department of Justice level (includes a city processing fee): $58

State Department of Justice and Federal levels (includes a city processing fee): $72

• Additional state fees may apply for certain purposes such as child care licensing.
• Only cash or checks are accepted and a picture identification is required.
• Customers will need to bring a completed Livescan form to the appointment.
• Inked prints are available for out-of-state purposes with a $26 fee per card.

The records division maintains all official reports of the Police Department. To obtain a copy of a specific report call 442-339-2119. Having the case number ready. It takes one to three days for a crime or arrest report to be processed, and seven to 10 days for a traffic collision report. There is an $13 per report charge for reports. However, the victim of a crime is entitled to one copy of the report at no charge. All other types of reports are subject to release under the California Public Records Act. Call the records division at 442-339-2119 for more information.

The San Diego Superior Court conducts restraining order clinics to assist you in completing the necessary paperwork. The clinics are held Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Superior Court Annex, 325 South Melrose, Vista, CA 92083. There is no cost for the clinic. For recorded information call 760-726-9595 and listen carefully for the restraining order option.