TERMS OF USE
Accurate Biometrics Use of Information and Fingerprints
I am allowing Accurate Biometrics, Inc., (and any of its agents), to capture and transmit my fingerprints for the purpose of checking my criminal history record information (“CHRI”). I authorize the release to the Agency or Authorized Recipient referenced in my submission materials of any CHRI that may exist regarding me from any agency, organization, institution, or entity having such information on file. I am aware and understand my fingerprints may be transmitted to, indefinitely retained by, and used to check the CHRI files of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (“FBI”) and applicable state criminal history depositories (e.g. the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and FBI records may be checked), including, but not limited to civil, criminal and latent fingerprint databases (“Governmental Agencies”). I understand if my photo was taken, my photo may be shared only for employment or licensing purposes and may be retained by the Governmental Agencies. I understand I have the right to challenge any information disseminated from these Governmental Agencies regarding me that may be inaccurate or incomplete pursuant to Title 28 Code of Federal Regulation 16.34 (FBI) and possibly state law.
Biometrics Retention and Destruction Policy
I acknowledge reading, and agree with the terms of, the Biometrics Retention and Destruction Policy (“Policy”) document which is available at https://accuratebiometrics.com/compliance . I understand that unless obligated by customer contract or Governmental Agencies to maintain biometrics for a specified period of time, all biometrics, including my fingerprints, will be retained by Accurate Biometrics, Inc. for up to 45 days from the date of receipt, fingerprint capture or card scan date, or the “date last modified” as set forth in the Policy.
Federal Privacy Statement Document
I also acknowledge reading, and agree with the terms of, the Federal Privacy Statement document which was part of the information provided to me and which is also available at https://accuratebiometrics.com/compliance .
Sterling Identity Collection
Accurate Biometrics uses a third-party provider, STS SID LLC dba Sterling Identity (“Sterling Identity”) to collect your fingerprints and possibly a photograph and send these to Accurate Biometrics. Sterling Identity in turn contracts with collection locations, such as UPS Stores (“Collection Locations”) to house the equipment which collects and transmits your information. The equipment belongs to Sterling Identity and the Collection Location receives none of your personal geographic information, photograph or fingerprints but will use your name to verify your identity using your identity document. Accurate Biometrics sends your demographic information, including your full name, date of birth, address and email address, to Sterling Identity when you complete your registration on our website. Then when you go to the Collection Location, the equipment will scan the QR Code from your completed registration and your fingerprints and photograph are collected by Sterling Identity and transmitted to Accurate Biometrics which will in turn transmit your fingerprints and demographic information to either the Florida Department of Law Enforcement or FBI. Sterling Identity will retain all your demographic information and fingerprints for up to 30 days after transmittal (in case resubmittal is needed) and then delete your fingerprints after 30 days and your other demographic information will be deleted after three years. If you provide an email address, Sterling Identity will send you a confirmation email that your fingerprints were collected and transmitted to Accurate Biometrics. By clicking “I Agree” below I agree to the above collection, storage, transmission, processing and destruction of my personal information and fingerprints.
Applicant Rights Brochure Download
I have been provided the Applicant Rights Brochure. Click Here to download .
Right to Challenge or Correct Accuracy or Completeness
I have been advised of the right to challenge or correct the accuracy or completeness of the information contained in the background report.
Right to Report PII Breach to the FBI
If you believe that a breach of your Personally Identifiable Information (PII) has occurred as a result of our service, you have the right to report the incident to the FBI. The FBI defines PII as*: Personally Identifiable Information (PII) means information which can be used to distinguish or trace an individual’s identity, such as name, social security number, or biometric records, alone or when combined with other personal or identifying information which is linked or linkable to a specific individual, such as date and place of birth, or mother’s maiden name. The FBI defines PII breach as*: _PII Breach means the loss of control, compromise, unauthorized disclosure, unauthorized acquisition, unauthorized access or any similar term referring to situations where persons other than the authorized users, and for other than authorized purposes, have access or potential access to PII, whether physical or electronic. _Please report the PII breach as soon as possible by contacting the FBI CJIS division at (304) 625-2000 or by mail at: FBI CJIS Division Attention: Criminal History Analysis Team 1 1000 Custer Hollow Road Clarksburg, WV 26306
I have been notified about my right to report a PII breach to the FBI should I believe personal information has been compromised.
No Refunds
I understand that no refunds will be provided.
I acknowledge that, for account security and verification, I must register for myself using my own personal email address. This requirement mandates that each individual utilizes a personal email address for registration.
Mismatch Data
I acknowledge that I have confirmed my CMS Case details with Accurate Biometrics prior to registering here to get fingerprinted. To avoid a mismatch between the data that CMS has on file, and the data in your fingerprint registration, the applicant must first contact Accurate Biometrics customer service at 866.361.9944 for case verification.
Continue To Demographics Entry
You cannot proceed until all acknowledgements are agreed to.