Fingerprinting

When & Where

The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office offers fingerprinting as a courtesy to the general public. Fingerprinting is done on the 2nd floor (main entrance) of the Sheriff’s Office Administration Building located at 120 West Third Street in downtown Winston-Salem.

    Monday through Friday (excluding holidays)
    1:30 - 3:30 pm

    Fee

    $10.00 for first two cards, thereafter $5.00 per card. CASH ONLY (division does not maintain funds to make change)

    Requirements

    • Must provide current/valid identification in the form of either a N.C. Driver's License or N.C. State Identification Card.
    • Must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian if individual being fingerprinted is a juvenile.
    • Must be for the purpose of employment or state licensing.
    • Must not be for international purposes.
    • Must not be for immigration issues.

    General Information

    • This service is offered on a first come, first served basis.
    • The use of cellular phones is prohibited during the processing stage.
    • The division is not responsible for prints that are rejected due to poor or illegible prints.