Criminal History Record Check (CHRC)

PE Applicants: PE-A#######

If you submitted a PE application online then you will find your applicant number on the Application Overview page.

If you submitted a paper application via mail, you can get your Applicant Number by using our application status page.

PE Licensee: PE-P#######

Current PE Licensees can request their Applicant Number via email: licensing@pels.texas.gov

RPLS Applicants: LS-A#######

Please check your email. If you have submitted an RPLS application and have not received an email containing your Applicant Number, then please contact us at: licensing@pels.texas.gov.

RPLS Licensee: LS-R#######

Current RPLS Licensees should have received their Applicant Number via email. If you did not receive one, please send us a request at licensing@pels.texas.gov.

Please note that the process is different for FD-258 ink card submissions via mail.

1. Schedule a fingerprint appointment

To be electronically fingerprinted by IdentoGO at one of their enrollment centers, you must pre-enroll through their website or over the phone. During this process, you will be prompted for some personal info and your Applicant Number. Any assessed fees will be paid directly to the vendor.

The agency does not use or have an Authorization Code (Coupon Code) to use for payment.

2. Arrive at your scheduled appointment to have fingerprints taken

Go to the IdentoGO location selected during pre-enrollment. Please retain any receipts as proof of fingerprinting.

Applicants that do NOT reside near an IdentoGO Enrollment Center can complete their CHRC by submitting an FD-258 ink card via mail.

1. Register with IdentoGO

Complete the required pre-enrollment before mailing your ink card. A fee will be assessed during the enrollment process.

The agency does not use or have an Authorization Code (Coupon Code) to use for payment.

Note: IdentoGO will provide additional tracking documents required to process your fingerprints.

Pre-enroll Online or by Phone

2. Have Fingerprints Taken

All fingerprints MUST be captured by a law enforcement agency or qualified entity on an FBI FD-258 Fingerprint Card. There may be an additional fee for this service. If your law enforcement agency does not have the FD-258 card available, contact us at: info@pels.texas.gov to have a card mailed.

You and the official taking the fingerprints must sign the card.

Originating Agency Identifier (ORI: TX923654Z)

The FD-258 Fingerprint Card must include our ORI Code.

Valid ID

Applicants must provide valid photo ID, which may be: State Issued Driver's license, US Passport, US Citizenship Certificate, or US Military ID.

3. Mail the Fingerprint Card

Mail the card (FD-258) to IdentoGO along with any tracking documents they provided.

We highly recommend that you use a mailing carrier with tracking and a receipt of confirmation for your records.