Fingerprinting Ink Strips & Child ID Kits for Ohio
Trusted by Ohio law enforcement agencies, school districts, and nonprofits since 1994. Bulk pricing, free shipping, non-toxic pre-inked strips — no ink pad needed.
Ohio's Go-To Supplier for Child Fingerprinting Programs
From Columbus to Cleveland, Cincinnati to Toledo, Protect Your Child supplies Ohio 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.
Ohio is home to more than 900 law enforcement agencies and over 600 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 Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Akron, Dayton, Parma, Canton, Youngstown, Lorain, and hundreds of smaller Ohio communities. Purchase orders accepted for all Ohio government agencies.
Products for Ohio Programs
Free shipping to any Ohio 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 Ohio 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 Ohio school programs.
Complete DNA Child ID Kit — Case of 200
Full DNA + fingerprint + photo ID kit. Used by Ohio sheriff departments and community policing programs.
Purchase orders accepted · Call 781-361-1038 · Email [email protected]
Ohio Law Enforcement & Child Safety Organizations
These Ohio organizations run child fingerprinting and identification programs that use Protect Your Child products:
National Night Out in Ohio
Ohio hosts hundreds of National Night Out events every first Tuesday of August. Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, and Akron police departments host major NNO block parties — and child fingerprinting is one of the most popular activities at these events.
Protect Your Child ships bulk cases of 2,400 ink strips to Ohio law enforcement agencies in time for NNO every year. Order by July 15 to guarantee delivery before the first Tuesday of August.
How Ohio 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. Ohio government agencies may submit a purchase order.
- 3Receive free shipping
All orders ship free to any Ohio 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 — Ohio
Do you ship fingerprinting ink strips to Ohio?
Yes. We ship free to all Ohio addresses — Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Akron, Dayton, Parma, Canton, Youngstown, Lorain, and everywhere in between. Most Ohio orders arrive within 3–5 business days.
Do Ohio law enforcement agencies use your products?
Yes. Ohio 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 Ohio government agencies pay by purchase order?
Yes. Ohio 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 Ohio schools?
The HealthSafe ID Kit (case of 250, $247.50 — $0.99/kit) is the most popular choice for Ohio school districts. It includes a fingerprint ink strip, DNA swab, photo space, and personal records form. Free shipping to any Ohio address.
How many ink strips do I need for an Ohio National Night Out event?
A typical Ohio NNO event fingerprints 50–300 children. A bundle of 200 strips ($45) covers most single-precinct events. For larger Ohio 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 Ohio 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 Ohio school and law enforcement safety requirements.
Do you supply Ohio PTAs and nonprofits?
Yes. Ohio PTA chapters, Boys & Girls Clubs, faith-based organizations, and child safety nonprofits across Ohio use our child ID kits for community events. Bulk pricing starts at $0.99/kit with free shipping.
What Ohio cities do you ship to?
We ship to every city in Ohio — Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Akron, Dayton, Parma, Canton, Youngstown, Lorain, Hamilton, Springfield, Kettering, Elyria, Lakewood, and all rural Ohio communities.
Ready to Order for Your Ohio Program?
Call Paul Mellen directly at 781-361-1038 or order online. Purchase orders accepted for Ohio government agencies.