There are two primary methods: Live Scan, an inkless, electronic method of capturing fingerprints. Ink cards, a traditional, hard-print FBI fingerprinting card. These can be sent out by the medical board, or you may request them from your local law enforcement agency. The method chosen will vary by state medical board. Many out-of-state applicants will submit a traditional, ink-rolled set of fingerprints to the medical board or a third-party processing agency.