LEIN Information Systems & Database Management 3

Question 1

Under the NCIC concept of 'hit confirmation,' what must an agency do before acting on a LEIN/NCIC hit?

Accepted Answer

Contact the entering agency to verify the record is still valid and accurate

Answer

Hit confirmation requires the querying agency to contact the entering agency to verify the record remains accurate and active before taking enforcement action.

Question 2

Which LEIN transaction is used to query the protection order file?

Accepted Answer

QPO — Query Protection Order

Answer

The QPO transaction is used to search the LEIN/NCIC protection order file for active restraining and protective orders.

Question 3

What is the maximum time allowed for an agency to validate or cancel LEIN records during the annual validation process?

Accepted Answer

60 days from notification

Answer

Agencies are given 60 days from notification to validate, modify, or cancel their LEIN records during the annual validation cycle.

Question 4

A LEIN record shows MNR (Miscellaneous Number) as a supplemental identifier. What does this field typically contain?

Accepted Answer

Alternative identifiers such as social security number or operator license number

Answer

The MNR field holds miscellaneous numbers like social security numbers or operator license numbers that serve as additional identifiers for persons.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the LEIN 'clear' response to an inquiry?

Accepted Answer

No wants, warrants, or other active records were found matching the query

Answer

A 'clear' response means the system found no active wants, warrants, stolen property, or other relevant records matching the submitted query.

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LEIN Information Systems & Database Management 3