Live Scan is used in the United States to digitally record fingerprints and palm prints. Rather than keep ink and paper versions of fingerprints of criminals, the Live Scan system maintains a large computer database that can be searched quickly and efficiently. History 1. Live Scan fingerprinting began in the 1990s. California was one of the earliest states to use this system and implemented it in 1997. Function 2.Live Scan's centralized database allows law enforcement to accurately identity criminal suspects. The system also allows law enforcement to provide background checks within a few days. Benefits 3. Live Scan can speed up the process of acquiring background checks and also ensure accuracy. Requiring Live Scan fingerprinting for potential employees can help ma