NCIC Stolen Property and Vehicle Files

Question 1

What unique identifier is required to enter a vehicle into the NCIC Stolen Vehicle File?

Accepted Answer

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Answer

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the required unique identifier for entering a vehicle into the NCIC Stolen Vehicle File.

Question 2

Which types of stolen property may be entered into the NCIC Stolen Article File?

Accepted Answer

Identifiable property such as firearms, boats, currency, art, and other items with serial numbers or unique identifiers

Answer

The NCIC Stolen Article File accepts identifiable stolen property—items that can be uniquely described by serial number, owner-applied number, or other unique characteristics.

Question 3

When a stolen firearm is recovered and returned to its owner, what NCIC action must the entering agency take?

Accepted Answer

Cancel the stolen firearm record immediately from NCIC

Answer

Upon recovery and return of a stolen firearm, the entering agency must immediately cancel the NCIC Stolen Gun File record.

Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE about entering boats into NCIC?

Accepted Answer

Boats may be entered in the NCIC Boat File using the Hull Identification Number (HIN) as the primary identifier

Answer

Stolen boats are entered into the NCIC Boat File, with the Hull Identification Number (HIN) serving as the primary unique identifier.

Question 5

An officer at a pawnshop finds a television and a stolen article hit is returned from NCIC. What is the correct next step?

Accepted Answer

Verify the item's serial number against the NCIC record and obtain hit confirmation before taking enforcement action

Answer

The officer must verify the television's serial number against the NCIC record and obtain hit confirmation before taking enforcement action.

NCIC - National Crime Information Center Certification Practice Test

NCIC - National Crime Information Center Certification Practice Test

NCIC Stolen Property and Vehicle Files