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Police ID scanner

A drivers license scanner for law enforcement can streamline incident report creation, and automatically collect citizen data from the scan of an ID.

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ID scanning for law enforcement

Automatically collect ID data to streamline paperwork and confirm identity

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Catch fake IDs

2D barcode security checks look for signs an ID is fake.

ID scanning for law enforcement

Handheld scanners

Portable ID scanners can be hand-carried or mounted in cruisers.

Background checks

Instantly run background checks to gain insight on individuals

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Autopopulate forms

Save time by parsing 100% accurate data directly into forms, software.

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DMV checks

Query an individual against the DMV database for their state.

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Pre-fill tickets

Auto-fill traffic tickets with personal info from the scanned ID.

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Law enforcement

Portable ID scanners

Law enforcement agencies are overworked and understaffed. Save time and valuable man-hours by using fast, accurate ID scanning data automation software. All data is time-stamped and easily accessible.

  • Auto-focus laser ID scanning
  • Check ID information against key databases during traffic stops
  • File reports in a timely manner
  • Efficient, accurate data entry
  • Add third party checks such as Criminal Background
  • Eliminate back and forth and manual data entry

Benefits of ID scanning for law enforcement

State, local, and university police and security agencies utilize our police ID scanners to increase safety and save manhours.

Reduce paperwork

Eliminate cumbersome paperwork and make traffic stops more efficient by automatically entering all information from an ID into your jurisdictional system.

Identity checks

Our software can instantly query an individual via Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Check, DMV data verification, and more.

Improve safety

Officers and guards can simply request an individual’s ID and step away, removing the need for additional back and forth and identity confirmation.

System integration

Clean, accurate data from the ID can be synced directly into your law enforcement ticketing, or court system with ease, using a simple API.

Prisons, jails, and correctional facilities

ID scanning and visitor management

Prisons and jails need robust visitor management to keep staff and visitors safe.

  • Perform criminal background checks, sex offender checks
  • Tag and track all visitors
  • Timestamped history of all visitors can be exported
  • Print badges, including time expiring badges
  • Categories and tags such as Family, Legal Counsel, etc.
  • Ban visitors with ease
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Add third party checks

Enhance your ID scanning by checking identity against third party databases to ensure only trusted individuals are allowed access

DMV Database Checks
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Check identity against DMV databases in all available states to confirm ID issuance.

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Sex Offender Checks
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Check identity against all state databases for known sex offenders to keep your community safe.

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Criminal Background Checks
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Query court records across the US to perform a criminal background check against a scanned ID.

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Need help choosing a police ID scanner or law enforcement ID scanning system?

Our team has worked with police departments and law enforcement agencies across the US to help them select the ideal solution for their needs.

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