NCIC Wanted Persons File

Question 1

What is the primary legal requirement that must be met before an agency can enter a record into the NCIC Wanted Person File?

Accepted Answer

A signed arrest warrant

Answer

A signed arrest warrant is the foundational requirement before any agency may enter a record into the NCIC Wanted Person File.

Question 2

Which of the following is a MANDATORY field when entering a record into the NCIC Wanted Person File?

Accepted Answer

Date of Birth

Answer

Date of Birth is a mandatory field for Wanted Person File entries because it is essential for accurately identifying the subject.

Question 3

How often must Wanted Person File records be validated to remain active in NCIC?

Accepted Answer

Annually (every year)

Answer

NCIC Wanted Person records must be validated annually to ensure continued accuracy and that the warrant is still outstanding.

Question 4

When a Wanted Person record is marked 'extradition limited,' what does this indicate to an officer who locates the subject?

Accepted Answer

The entering agency will only extradite from specific geographic areas noted in the record

Answer

'Extradition limited' means the entering agency specifies it will only extradite the wanted person from certain geographic areas, which must be noted in the record.

Question 5

Which identifier links a Wanted Person record to the specific law enforcement agency that entered it into NCIC?

Accepted Answer

Originating Agency Identifier (ORI)

Answer

The Originating Agency Identifier (ORI) is a unique nine-character code assigned to each agency that links every record to its entering agency.

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NCIC Wanted Persons File