FREE NCIC Record Entry, Modification, and Cancellation Questions and Answers

Question 1

Before entering a record into an NCIC file, such as Stolen Vehicle or Wanted Person, what must an agency possess?

Accepted Answer

A signed, written report or warrant on file supporting the entry.

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A verbal report from a credible citizen.

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Verbal approval from a shift supervisor.

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The subject's complete criminal history.

Question 2

When a stolen vehicle is recovered or a wanted person is apprehended, the corresponding NCIC record must be removed:

Accepted Answer

As soon as possible, and in no case later than the same calendar day.

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Within 48 hours of the recovery or apprehension.

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By the end of the responsible officer's shift.

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Within 7 business days.

Question 3

A 'cancellation' transaction is used to remove an NCIC record under what specific circumstance?

Accepted Answer

The record was found to be invalid or entered in error.

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The wanted person has been arrested by another agency.

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The stolen property has been recovered and returned to the owner.

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More information needs to be added to the record.

Question 4

Modifying an NCIC record is the appropriate action in which of the following situations?

Accepted Answer

A stolen vehicle's license plate has been changed or an additional identifying number is found.

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The original warrant has been served and the person is in custody.

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The case has been closed by the investigating detective.

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The property was found to be misplaced by the owner, not stolen.

Question 5

All active NCIC records must be periodically validated by the originating agency for what purpose?

Accepted Answer

To ensure the records are still active, accurate, and complete.

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To bill the agency for its monthly system usage.

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To automatically purge all records that are more than 10 years old.

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To provide annual crime statistics to the FBI.

Question 6

What is the time requirement for entering a missing person record for a juvenile (under 21) into NCIC after receiving the minimum required data?

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2 hours

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24 hours

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12 hours

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4 hours