General Information
The Sheriff and his staff are required to follow strict federal guidelines when performing necessary procedures for fingerprinting. During the application process, you will be asked to schedule an appointment. Please note that you will be asked to pay now to reserve your appointment.
Pricing
- Fingerprinting costs $15.00 for up to 10 cards, if needed.
- Fingerprinting will be processed by APPOINTMENT ONLY.
- Click the "Let's get Started" button to apply for fingerprints.
The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office fingerprints Cleveland County Residents Only with the correct information on your valid NCID/NCOL.
Please make sure you are on time for your appointment. Please bring Valid NC issued Photo ID to your appointment. If you are late you will have to reschedule. Thank you.
** THIS IS NOT FOR NC Concealed Permits. Please see Concealed Application Page.
Fingerprinting Requirements: must meet ALL requirements
If you are obtaining fingerprints that require electronic submission to the SBI, please make sure you receive the Electronic Submission form from the agency requesting that you be fingerprinted. If you do not have these forms we cannot fingerprint you.
The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office offers this online service as a convenience to the community. There is a $5.00 non-refundable service fee that is paid to the company that provides this processing system.
Click the Let's Get Started button to begin your fingerprint application. You will be asked for information that will need to be included on the fingerprint card. The cost to get fingerprinted is $15.00. You will also be able to choose an appointment with the Sheriff's Office for your fingerprinting session.
For More Information, Contact:
Cleveland County Sheriff's Office
100 Justice Place
Shelby, NC 28150
Phone: 704-484-4828
For Technical Support, Contact:
Permitium Software
Email: help@permitium.com
Phone: (855) 642-2453
Please allow 15-20 minutes to complete your Fingerprinting Appointment. If you are not prepared with the correct paperwork or late for your appointment you will be rescheduled. Please read all the information below before beginning this process.
OFFICE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAY
OUR OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC ON :
DECEMBER 24TH-26TH AND JANUARY 1ST