Fingerprinting Ink Strips & Child ID Kits for New York
Trusted by New York law enforcement agencies, school districts, and nonprofits since 1994. Bulk pricing, free shipping, non-toxic pre-inked strips — no ink pad needed.
New York's Go-To Supplier for Child Fingerprinting Programs
From New York City to Buffalo, Albany to Syracuse, Protect Your Child supplies New York law enforcement agencies, school districts, sheriff departments, PTAs, and nonprofits with the fingerprinting ink strips and child ID kits they need to run professional child identification programs.
New York is home to more than 500 law enforcement agencies and over 700 school districts — and every one of them can benefit from a child ID program. Our non-toxic, pre-inked disposable ink strips make fingerprinting fast, clean, and safe for children of all ages.
We have shipped to police departments in New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Yonkers, Syracuse, Albany, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Schenectady, Utica, and hundreds of smaller New York communities. Purchase orders accepted for all New York government agencies.
Products for New York Programs
Free shipping to any New York address. Purchase orders accepted for government agencies.
Fingerprinting Ink Strips — Bundle of 200
Best for single-event use. Non-toxic, pre-inked, 1"×5" disposable strips. No ink pad needed.
Fingerprinting Ink Strips — Case of 2,400
Best for New York law enforcement agencies and school districts running year-round programs. Free shipping.
HealthSafe ID Kit — Case of 250
Complete child ID kit with fingerprint ink strip, DNA swab, photo space, and personal records. Ideal for New York school programs.
Complete DNA Child ID Kit — Case of 200
Full DNA + fingerprint + photo ID kit. Used by New York sheriff departments and community policing programs.
Purchase orders accepted · Call 781-361-1038 · Email [email protected]
New York Law Enforcement & Child Safety Organizations
These New York organizations run child fingerprinting and identification programs that use Protect Your Child products:
National Night Out in New York
New York hosts thousands of National Night Out events every first Tuesday of August. Police departments, sheriff offices, and community organizations across New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, and hundreds of smaller communities host NNO block parties — and child fingerprinting is one of the most popular activities.
Protect Your Child ships bulk cases of 2,400 ink strips to New York law enforcement agencies in time for NNO every year. Order by July 15 to guarantee delivery before the first Tuesday of August.
How New York Organizations Order
- 1Choose your product
Select ink strips (bundle of 200 or case of 2,400) or a child ID kit package based on your event size.
- 2Order online or by phone
Order securely online via PayPal, or call Paul Mellen directly at 781-361-1038. New York government agencies may submit a purchase order.
- 3Receive free shipping
All orders ship free to any New York address. Most orders arrive within 3–5 business days.
- 4Run your program
No training needed. Each ink strip is pre-inked and single-use. Parents press their child's fingers on the strip, then onto the ID card. Clean, fast, professional.
Frequently Asked Questions — New York
Do you ship fingerprinting ink strips to New York?
Yes. We ship free to all New York addresses — New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Yonkers, Syracuse, Albany, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Schenectady, Utica, and everywhere in between. Most New York orders arrive within 3–5 business days.
Do New York law enforcement agencies use your products?
Yes. New York police departments, sheriff offices, and school resource officers use Protect Your Child ink strips and child ID kits for National Night Out events, community policing programs, and school-based child safety programs.
Can New York government agencies pay by purchase order?
Yes. New York police departments, sheriff offices, school districts, and other government agencies can pay by purchase order. Contact Paul Mellen at [email protected] or 781-361-1038.
What is the best child ID kit for New York schools?
The HealthSafe ID Kit (case of 250, $247.50 — $0.99/kit) is the most popular choice for New York school districts. It includes a fingerprint ink strip, DNA swab, photo space, and personal records form. Free shipping to any New York address.
How many ink strips do I need for a New York National Night Out event?
A typical New York NNO event fingerprints 50–300 children. A bundle of 200 strips ($45) covers most single-precinct events. For larger New York cities or multi-precinct events, a case of 2,400 strips ($330) is the best value.
Are your fingerprinting ink strips non-toxic and safe for New York children?
Yes. All Protect Your Child fingerprinting ink strips are 100% non-toxic, ASTM D-4236 certified, and safe for children of all ages. They meet all New York school and law enforcement safety requirements.
Do you supply New York PTAs and nonprofits?
Yes. New York PTA chapters, Boys & Girls Clubs, faith-based organizations, and child safety nonprofits across New York use our child ID kits for community events. Bulk pricing starts at $0.99/kit with free shipping.
What New York cities do you ship to?
We ship to every city in New York — New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Yonkers, Syracuse, Albany, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Schenectady, Utica, White Plains, Hempstead, Troy, Niagara Falls, Binghamton, Freeport, Valley Stream, Long Beach, Spring Valley, Rome, and all rural New York communities.
Ready to Order for Your New York Program?
Call Paul Mellen directly at 781-361-1038 or order online. Purchase orders accepted for New York government agencies.