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What is the difference between an FBI check and a California DOJ check?

The FBI Identity History Summary is a national record and a federal document, authenticated in Washington. The California DOJ Live Scan clearance covers California only and is a state record, authenticated in Sacramento.

Most countries asking for a “U.S. police clearance” want the federal FBI summary. Confirm which one before you pay for Live Scan — we see people order the wrong one regularly.

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