How can an applicant check their Live Scan status? DMV cannot release a license or permit until the applicant passes a background check from DOJ. Applicants may check the status of their Live Scan application at https://applicantstatus.doj.ca.gov. Applicants will need to enter their ATI # and date of birth.

DISCREPANCIES: If you believe there is a discrepancy in your criminal history record, you can obtain a copy of your California criminal history record by completing the form BCIA 8016RR, REQUEST FOR LIVE SCAN SERVICE. The form is available online by clicking on the link, Criminal Records - Request Your Own.

In California, criminal convictions can only be reported for seven years. Under California civil code (The Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act), any misdemeanors, complaints, indictments, arrests, and convictions older than that cannot be reported on background checks.

Name of Applicant: Last Name, First Name and Middle Initial Other Name (AKA or Alias): Last and First Date of Birth: Indicate month-day-year of birth Sex: Check either Male or Female Driver's License Number: Indicate your California Driver's License Number Height: Indicate your height in feet and inches Weight: ...