Operation KidSafe takes a child's picture using a digital video capture device. Custom software then captures the child's fingerprints, using digital ink-less finger-print capture device, and includes them as part of the child's file. The parent is provided with a printout containing the photograph and fingerprints. The parent can use the copy they receive to turnover to law enforcement anywhere in the world to instantly aid in an investigation. There is no databasing, the only record of the visit goes home with the parent.