BCI vs. FBI Background Checks: What Is the Difference?

October 27, 20261 min readBy PinGallery
BCI vs. FBI Background Checks
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Ohio background checks come in two main types: BCI and FBI.

A BCI check searches Ohio records through the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation. An FBI check searches national records. Many jobs and licenses require both.

Pin Tip

If you have lived outside Ohio in the past five years, your employer may require an FBI check as well.

Not Sure Which You Need?

Your employer, school or licensing board will tell you which check to request. When in doubt, call before your appointment.

LiveScan in Youngstown

Ohio Security & Investigations provides LiveScan BCI and FBI fingerprinting at 7087 West Blvd #8, Youngstown, OH 44512. Call (888) 341-6960 or email info@ohioinvestigators.com. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.

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