In Texas, is fingerprinting only done for applicants who have a criminal history?

In Texas, fingerprinting is required for all applicants for certain occupations, including those in the emergency medical services (EMS) field, regardless of whether they have a criminal history or not. This process is a part of the background check intended to ensure the safety and integrity of services provided to the public. The law mandates that all applicants undergo fingerprint-based background checks to evaluate their fitness for duty in positions that require a certain level of public trust.

Thus, the statement that fingerprinting is only done for applicants who have a criminal history is incorrect, as it applies universally to all applicants within these regulated professions. This broad requirement helps maintain a standard of safety and accountability in the EMS system throughout Texas.