What does this mean?

This means that as of now if you’re living in South Florida it’s more likely for you to be a victim of a violent crime than in most other cities. You’ll need to seriously consider what steps you can take to ensure the safety of you and your loved ones and fast. There’s are currently no projections that the crime rate will go down in the foreseeable future.

How can I Protect Myself?

You can enroll in a concealed weapons course to earn you concealed weapons permit. A concealed weapons permit (also called a concealed weapons license) allows you to carry your firearm discreetly. Without it, you are not permitted to walk around with your firearm. Denson Protective Service, Corp. holds concealed weapons courses every week with flexible class times.

What do I get in the Concealed Weapons Class?

The concealed weapons course in Miami is complete with a lecture, practice in an indoor gun range, bullets, your target, and more! Your instructor is available to help you in every step of the application process from start to finish for a smooth transition from an unarmed citizen to a well-protected one.

How do I start?

To enroll in the concealed weapons course you can sign up here! Classes are held every week and a representative is always available to answer your questions. Call (305) 651-1727 for more details or email us at info@densonprotective.com.

With a 1 in 60 to 100 chance of being a victim of a violent crime, it’s more important now than ever to know who’s in your home, workplace, or even in your love life. It’s strongly recommended that you get background checks performed on the newcomers of your life. You might learn a few things that your new employee, tenant or new love interest may not have been forthcoming about.

Tenant Screening Services

Denson Protective Services, Corp. offers criminal background checks and people searches for landlords and commercial properties that may be interested to know exactly who is calling their property “home.”

Is Your Tenant Being Truthful?

Landlords who don’t perform background checks are sure to have heard this line at least once or twice:

“Do you really need a background check? My record is clean!”

The answer is yes! While some of your prospects may be telling the whole truth, there will be others who aren’t as honest about their criminal past. Though some prospects may be holding back that critical information with malicious motives, many may choose not to disclose their criminal records simply because they’re embarrassed of their past indiscretions.

Not Everyone With a Record Is a Hardened Criminal

Everyone makes mistakes and some mistakes are more severe than others. It’s very likely that you may run into an aspiring tenant who made a mistake as either a temporary lapse of judgement or a situational misunderstanding. What constitutes as a deal breaker for one landlord may not be a hard “no” for another. If your Denson Protective Services (DPS) background check does come back with a hit (a negative remark), look at the whole picture before deciding to hand over the keys or turning them away.

How do I Get Started?

Getting background checks with Denson Protective Services, Corp is easy! Call (305) 651-1727 and you can receive results in less than one business day. Alternatively, you can Contact Us in writing to submit an account request. We’ll get you started in less than 5 minutes and get your results fast!

There are a number of specific professions that require you to gain special clearance before you can begin working. Among those are doctors, nurses, daycare workers and caretakers of the elderly. Other occupations like real estate agents, car dealers, restauranteurs and security officers also need Level 2 Background checks to start or continue their new jobs. Regardless of which special field you’ve entered, you’ll need a VECHS, ORI and/or OCA number to be able to send your background checks to the right agency. Denson Protective Services, Corp. provides a complete range of fingerprinting services for level 2 background checks. Learn more about Level 2 Background Checks Here.

What is Livescan Fingerprinting? Is it the same as Electronic Fingerprinting?

Yes! They are the same process by different names. Denson Protective Services, Corp. is an FDLE approved livescan vendor for this type of fingerprinting. Regular fingerprint cards are also available.

What is an ORI number?

ORI stands for Originating Agency Identifier Number. These numbers tell the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) why you need the background check and to whom to send your results. Your ORI number ensures your fingerprints are sent to the right state department. Typically, an ORI number starts with 2-5 letters followed by numbers to make a 9-digit code.

Typically, the abbreviation of the agency (AHCA, DCF, DOH for the Department of Health) is embedded in the code. For example, the ORI number for a level 2 background check for the Agency of Health Care Administration (AHCA Background checks) is EAHCA020Z. The ORI number for Department of Children and Families, General (DCF General) is EDCFGN10Z. Notice the letter-number format both ORI numbers.

Other ORI numbers will simply start with “FL” followed by 7 numbers, the last of which may be the letter “z.”

Depending on your profession, you may also have to provide an OCA number to your livescan provider in addition to your ORI number.

What is an OCA number?

OCA stands for Originating Agency Case Number. This number is typically used in conjunction with your ORI number to tell FDLE not only why you need the background check and which overseeing state department to send it to, but which specific company or agency should receive access to the final results. Not every company or agency will have an OCA number but every agency/company that requires Level 2 Background checks will have an ORI number. OCA numbers typically start with “111” or “100” and are completely composed of numbers.

What is a VECHS number?

VECHS numbers are specifically for the VECHS program. Typically used by schools and daycares, VECHS numbers send the results directly to the company from FDLE. These numbers always start with an “E” or a “V.” VECHS numbers starting with a “V” are for applicants who will be a volunteer at the company while numbers starting with a “E” are used for employees.

Where Can I Find My ORI, OCA, or VECHS number?

You can usually find your ORI, OCA or VECHS number on the documentation provided by your employer. They may be in your e-mail or on your appointment sheet. When in doubt, the easiest way is to contact your human resources desk to obtain it. They will have it.

If your background check is for AHCA, DCF, the Dept. of Health (DOH), Department of Elderly Affairs (EDOEA), etc. it will go through a system called Clearinghouse. Your employer will likely give you a form like the one to the left. Your ORI number is listed at the top left of this form and your OCA number, if applicable, will be towards the bottom of the page (see image). This document has all the information your fingerprint tech needs to complete your application. Bring this along with your photo ID to your fingerprint appointment.

Don’t worry if you don’t have your ORI number. Denson Protective Services, Corp. has a complete list of ORI numbers. OCA and VECHS numbers, on the other hand, are company specific and so you’ll need to bring those in.

Always Double Check Your ORI Number

There are dozens of ORI numbers and hundreds of OCA and VECHS numbers. Often, the state agencies will not share their results if they are sent to the wrong place. To ensure your background checks go to your desired department and company, double-check your VECHS, OCA, or ORI number before giving it to your live scan provider.

Have more questions? Check our F.A.Q.page here or give us a call at (305) 651-1727.

What does that have to do with my fingerprint requirement?

Well, if you haven’t been fingerprinted within the last 3 months and wish to travel outside of Florida to practice, you’ll need a new set of live scan fingerprints. The Florida Board of Nursing’s Compact FAQ gives detailed answers about the new FAQ partnership. The details regarding the livescan fingerprint requirement are as follows:

“The Board of Nursing will accept Livescan fingerprints completed within the previous 90 days of applying for the upgrade. If you have not had your fingerprints done and sent to the Board in the last 90 days, you will need to be fingerprinted.”

Multi-State Licenses

Thanks to the new agreement, Florida nurses are able to apply for a multistate nursing license to travel to more than half the country to practice. If you live in South Florida, you can get your livescan fingerprints for the multistate license at Denson Protective Services, Corp located at

20451 NW 2ND AVENUE
SUITE 208
MIAMI, FL 33169

Which States are Compact States?

The following states all participate in the Compact Agreement. At the time of this article, Florida, Mississippi, and Montana are new additions:

Arizona
Arkansas
Colorado
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Iowa
Kentucky
Maine
Maryland
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Mexico
North Carolina
North Dakota
Oklahoma
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Virginia
West Virginia
Wisconson
Wyoming

How do I know if I’m eligible?

Individuals who meet the following criteria are eligible for mutlistate nursing:

Applicants must have graduated from a board-approved education program OR from an international education program. If you’ve graduated from an international institution, their program must be approved by that country’s authorized accrediting body and verified through independent credentials review
Applicants must have previously passed the following exams: NCLEX-RN, NCLEX-PN, or a predecessor exam
Applicants must the licensure requirements for their home state
Applicants must Legally reside in an Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) state (see above)

If you meet the criteria above and live in the Miami/Fort Lauderdale area call (305) 651-1727 to book your livescan appointment! Walk-ins are also welcome.