![]() Execution of a legal agreement between the institution and Fieldprint, approved by State Regulatory Registry LLC If, after reviewing these conditions, your institution is interested in using existing fingerprint files collected outside of the NMLS network, please contact Fieldprint at 1-87. Due to the technical and legal requirements necessary to facilitate such an alternative fingerprint submission process, NMLS can only offer this option under the conditions listed below. NMLS recognizes that some institutions may have existing systems for fingerprint collections and a volume that makes it worthwhile to establish a direct connection. Due to FBI rules, individuals will need to provide new fingerprints when requesting a new CBC if previously submitted fingerprints are more than 3 years old.ģ. Use existing equipment or network to establish a connection to NMLS directly. Note: The option to use existing prints will only be available if the fingerprint records on file are less than 3 years old. The election of “Use Existing Prints” can be made via the MU4R to conduct a CBC for the purpose of federal registration. If an individual has held a state license or federal registration in the past year, it is possible that NMLS already has fingerprints on file and new prints do not need to be submitted. If fingerprints are not submitted within 180 days, the background check window will expire and a new CBC will need to be authorized and fees paid.Ģ. Use existing fingerprints already on file with NMLS. NOTE: After authorizing a new CBC and selecting to submit new fingerprints, fingerprints must be taken within 180 days. If none of these sites are geographically convenient to an MLO, a visit can be scheduled at one of more than 6,000 local police departments where fingerprints can be taken on cards provided to the MLO by Fieldprint and then mailed to Fieldprint for scanning and submission to NMLS. After providing necessary demographic information, authorizing and paying for the background check in NMLS, MLOs are directed to the Fieldprint scheduling site to schedule an appointment using the largest nationwide network of Livescan collection sites where electronic fingerprints can be captured and submitted. NMLS has developed a nationwide network of approved Livescan and paper card fingerprint sites, administered by NMLS’ exclusive fingerprinting vendor, Fieldprint. NMLS has developed the following options for submitting fingerprints:ġ. Submit New Prints via fingerprinting vendor, Fieldprint. Once an individual or employer has paid for the CBC request through NMLS, the MLO will be able to schedule a fingerprint appointment. Step 3: Scheduling a fingerprint appointment via Fieldprint The institution will initiate and submit the MU4R on behalf of an individual: See the MU4R Attestation Quick Guide.An individual will complete and submit the MU4R form: See the Submitting Your MU4R: MLO Initiated Quick Guide.In order to determine the best method of authorizing a CBC request, an individual should consult with their institution to identify who will be submitting the CBC authorization via the MU4R. This authorization is processed through the MU4R filing on NMLS. Step 2: Authorizing a Criminal Background Check RequestĪ CBC authorization must be completed prior to scheduling a fingerprint appointment. See the Changing Employers Quick Guide for instructions on this process. In addition to initial registration, an individual will also need a new CBC when making an employment change. Step 1: Will the institution submit the Criminal Background Check authorization on behalf of the individual MLOs?Īny individual who meets the definition of a mortgage loan originator and must be registered on NMLS is required to have a Federal CBC processed with the FBI. The results of the CBC are returned to the employing institution through NMLS. ![]() Prior to registration, mortgage loan originators (MLOs) must submit fingerprints to NMLS (unless they already have fingerprints on file with NMLS) and authorize NMLS to process a criminal background check (CBC) with the FBI. ![]()
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